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Jessica Morgan

Sweet Potato Cinnamon Bread: A Deliciously Cozy Recipe

A deliciously cozy recipe for Sweet Potato Cinnamon Bread that combines the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with warm spices.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Baking
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups mashed sweet potatoes about 2 medium sweet potatoes
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans optional
  • 1/2 cup raisins or dried cranberries optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the sweet potato mixture, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  5. If using, fold in the chopped nuts and raisins or dried cranberries.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  7. Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. If the top starts to brown too quickly, cover it loosely with aluminum foil.
  8. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15g

Notes

  • For a spicier flavor, add 1/4 teaspoon of ground ginger or allspice to the dry ingredients.
  • Substitute half of the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour for a healthier option.

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