Sweet Potato and Apple fritters, perfect for baby led weaning, toddler snacks, lunchbox snacks or even a dinner side! Get a batch of these delicious fritters made in under 30 minutes. Freezer friendly, dairy free and with a gluten free option, they are sure to please the whole family. Super yummy, hot or cold.

Why you're going to love this recipe
Sweet potato fritters are a favourite at Kidgredients HQ. Both kids eat them, regardless of their contents, they also love these yummy chicken, haloumi and kale fritters and these zucchini, carrot and pea fritters are always a winner.
Here are the reasons why you're going to love these Sweet Potato and Apple Fritters:
- only 5 simple ingredients
- apple adds sweetness, making them irresistible
- quick and easy to make
- smooth texture that everyone loves
- freezer friendly
- dairy free
- gluten free option (and they still taste great!)
- flavour combo that kids love: simultaneously sweet and savoury
- no added salt- so baby friendly
- no need to get out the food processor or mixer
What goes into the recipe
don’t forget to scroll to the recipe card for quantities and the full method
- sweet potato- you need about 500 grams for it, unpeeled. Sweet potato is such a good source of Vitamin A, C, B6, dietary fibre, potassium, folate, niacin and calcium they also have the lowest GI of any root vegetable, so they are perfect for including in our diet. There are so many ways to use this versatile veggie, like strata bake, sweet potato fries or even sweet potato muffins!
- apples- for this recipe I've used Kanzi apples, but you could use any sweet red apple, pink lady, red gala, they will all do the trick. Grate them with the peel on after washing them.
- ground sage- so I actually make this in the spice grinder from my own sage when I've dried it, but it should be available in the spice section of the supermarket. Otherwise pop some dried sage into a spice mill. Substitutions: paprika for a bit more kick, ground cinnamon to make them sweeter.
- self raising flour- I have used self raising flour in these as it makes them lighter and fluffier. I like what it does texturally to fritters. Self raising flour is plain/ all purpose flour with the rising agent already in it. To make your own add 2 tsps of baking powder to plain flour. If you would like to make this recipe gluten free, I recommend quinoa flour and baking powder. It gives a really nice nutty flavour to these fritters, which works really well with the sweetness of the sweet potato and apple.
How to make this recipe
- Peel and dice the sweet potato, and then cook until mashable. I did this step in the microwave. (Image 1) Drain off as much liquid as you can.
- Grate the apple (I used a box grater). (Image 2)
- Mash the sweet potato. (Image 3)
- Mix in the grated apple (Image 4)
- Add the flour, egg and sage in a large bowl to the sweet potato mixture. (Image 5)
- mix until all combined. (Image 6)
- Grab tablespoonfuls and cook over medium heat with olive oil in a fry pan/ skillet. (Image 7)
- Flip when golden brown and cook until golden on the other side. (Image 8) Drain on paper towels.
Expert Tips and FAQs
The quickest way to cook the sweet potato is in the microwave, I just select "potatoes" and press go! That way they are cooked through to mashing.
In the fridge in a sealed container for up to 3 days.
Yes! These patties are best frozen on a baking tray/ baking sheet and then transferred to an airtight container when solid and will keep in the freezer for up to 3 months. Place parchment paper between layers so that they separate easily. You can reheat them in an oven if you want to serve them warm.
They are great for babies and toddlers just as they are, served with steamed veggies, poached chicken or even fish.
In lunchboxes they can go in the sandwich, or as a side.
They are great with a salad for a work from home lunch, or as a dinner side dish as well. They are a super versatile recipe that will really work at any time of day! If you would like a dipping sauce to go with them, they are delicious with ranch, or even yoghurt.
Often babies have sweet potatoes as one of their first mashed food. Loads of commercial baby foods include it as a main ingredient. because of it's texture and flavour, it's really appealing to babies and toddler. It's also full of good stuff, like Vitamin A, fibre and beta carotene. If you want more baby friendly sweet potato recipes, try these salmon and veggie balls, or these sweet potato and sweet corn fritters.
These are designed for babies and toddlers, so don't have any crazy amounts of spice or flavor. You can add salt, or pepper to the recipe or even half a teaspoon of garlic powder. Chili powder is great if you want extra heat, but a little goes a long way!
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Sweet Potato and Apple Fritters
Ingredients
- 500 grams sweet potato peeled, diced and cooked until mashable
- 2 large apples grated
- 1 egg
- 1 cup self raising flour
- ½ teaspoon ground sage
- Olive oil for frying
Instructions
- Grate the apple into the mashed sweet potato.
- Add the sage, flour and egg.
- Mix to combine well.
- Heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Fry tablespoonfuls of the mixture over medium- high heat until golden.
- Serve hot or cold.
Notes
Want to make these gluten free? 1 ⅓ cups quinoa flour works well with 2 tsps baking powder. Swap the ground sage for: cinnamon or paprika
Jane says
Absolutely lovely! Crispy and light. The sage is such a nice addition. Thanks for sharing the recipe.
Samantha says
Unfortunately I found these really tasteless… not sure if there is a sauce I can make to salvage them
Kylie says
Hi Samantha, this is a toddler and baby recipe. If you need more flavour you could add some salt. Otherwise they are also really yummy dipped in yoghurt.
Samantha says
My comment seemed to have been deleted. (Surely you aren’t just keeping all the positive comments?)
I found the recipe bland and was looking for a sauce to salvage what I made if anyone had any suggestions
Kylie says
Hi Samantha, no your comment needed to be approved before publishing as do all comments on this blog.
Nadine says
Is there a type of Apple that works best for these (e.g. red delicious, Granny Smith, Jazz etc)?
Can’t wait to try for my toddler 😁
Kylie says
I tend to use pink lady apples for pretty much everything!
Nicky says
Am I able to replace self raising with same ratio almond flour and t-spoon bicarbonate
Kylie says
I've never tried it- let me know how it turns out!
Jessica says
OMG! These are so good! I used coconut oil to cook the fritters in and wow so yummy! My 2yr old twins will love these!
Robyn says
The recipe says "cooked" sweet potatoes. How long should I cook them? Everything I'm finding online for diced sweet potatoes says about 30-45 minutes. Then, Are you saying to cut the apples in SLICES (for the fritter shape) and add them to the mashed sweet potatoes mixture? It's a little unclear! My son loves anything sweet potato so i'd love to try these!
Kylie says
Hi Robyn, I cook the sweet potatoes until soft on the stove, in boiling water. They take about 15 minutes depending on the size of your dice. The apple is grated as per the ingredients list.
Lieze says
If I use spelt flour instead if self raising, do I add a teaspoon of bicarb?
Kylie says
I have never made them with spelt flour, but bicarb or baking powder would probably be a good idea.
Lydia says
Can you use regular flour? Or whole wheat flour? Thank you!
Kylie says
Of Course! Same ratio. 😉
Belinda says
I roasted the sweet potato & blended it up, replaced the sage with a teaspoon of cinnamon and fried in half olive oil half butter - amazing. I dare you to try this version! An absolute fav in our house.
Kate says
Hey would you defrost over night in fridge and microwave to warm, yummy recipe thanks
Kylie says
That's exactly what I do!
Adele says
I made these today, but cooked them in the oven (simply because I didn't have time to stand by the stove to fry them!). I made them mini-muffin size, and they took about 15min to cook in a standard oven.
Kylie says
Nice work! I hope you enjoyed them!
Liz says
How many muffins Did not make?
Kylie says
How many fritters? It makes 20.
Shea L Shackleford says
If anyone is interested, I had success baking these in the oven at 425 on a well oiled nonstick pan. They cooked for twenty minutes and flipped halfway through.
Kylie says
I love this and I'm going to try baking them!
Denise says
Is there something else I could use instead of egg. My son has an egg allergy
Kylie says
You could probably use a chia egg? It's for binding, without it they may not stick together.
Daisywulf says
Just a suggestion for future reference, as it's obviously too late for your commenter, but I'd replace the egg with applesauce. It's often used in baking as an egg replacement, and would go great in this recipe! About a quarter cup per egg is the general rule.
Kirri says
This reply may be a little late for you Denise, but there is an 'egg replacement' powder you can get that you mix with water. Check the health food section at your supermarket. We used it when my son was allergic to eggs. Made cooking what we liked so much easier. 🙂
Laura says
I use a “flax egg” one tablespoon of flax meal and two tablespoons of water. Stir together and let it sit for five minutes. It works well to bind the recipe. You also get great omegas from flax. 🙂
Great recipe! My baby loves these!
My Brown Paper Packages says
Maybe this is how I get my toddler to eat potato!
Kylie says
I hope it works for you. Picky little eaters can be so trying!
Lauren @ Create Bake Make says
My boys loved sweet potato and apple puree when they were bubs too - will be giving these a go soon!
Have a great time at the snow 🙂
Kylie says
Thanks Lauren, we are loving the snow! 🙂
[email protected] says
These sound great, right up my alley.
Kylie says
I have to admit... I ate 6 fresh out of the frypan. 🙂
bakeplaysmile says
What a brilliant recipe!! Kids would absolutely love this! Have a great weekend and thanks for linking up with our Fabulous Foodie Fridays party!! xx
Kylie says
Thanks for having me Lucy! 🙂 we're at the snow, having lots of fun already!
Stephanie says
I'm intrigued with the combination of apple and sweet potato. Will have to try it out!
Kylie says
Trust me, it really works! 🙂
Mum-bo-Jumbo says
These sound so simple and tasty! I have some fresh from the garden white sweet potato. Kylie, will they be okay to use instead of regular sweet potato?
Kylie says
Should be fine! Seasonal food at its best!
Teresa says
Thanks Kylie for remembering us Gluten free people!
Keep up the good work! Xx
Kylie says
🙂 trying my best to keep everyone happy! 🙂
Ashley says
I am so embarrassed to ask this but about how much is 500 g in cups? I tried to Google and I kept getting different answers :/
Kylie says
Hi Ashley, it's weighing sweet potatoes- you are looking at a pound of them- i.e. 500grams. They don't really work in cups! Sorry. I hope that helps.
Maz says
Can you freeze these before frying then fry them after defrosting as and when required?
Kylie says
You are better off freezing after frying. Otherwise they will probably become very wet and soggy.