Description
Sweet potato bread is a delightful treat that combines the earthy sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. This easy-to-make recipe yields a moist, fluffy loaf perfect for breakfast, snacks, or gatherings. With its golden crust and rich flavor, each slice is irresistible when slathered with butter or cream cheese. Enjoy this comforting bread fresh from the oven or toasted for a cozy afternoon snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes (about 2 medium sweet potatoes)
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ cup sugar (brown sugar preferred)
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup melted butter or vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans) – Optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Pierce sweet potatoes with a fork and roast for about 45 minutes until tender. Let cool, then mash to yield about 1 cup.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, mix eggs, melted butter or oil, sugar, vanilla extract, and the mashed sweet potatoes until smooth.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients gently; do not overmix.
- Pour into a greased loaf pan and bake for 55-60 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before slicing and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating nutmeg or dried fruits. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or freeze slices for longer storage.