Sweet Potato Bread Recipe

This Sweet Potato Bread is moist, lightly spiced, and full of warm, comforting flavors. Made with mashed sweet potatoes, cinnamon, nutmeg, and brown sugar, it’s the perfect balance of sweet and savory. This soft and fluffy loaf is great for breakfast, snacks, or even as a holiday treat!

Whether you enjoy it plain, with butter, or topped with a drizzle of glaze, this bread is easy to make and stays fresh for days.

Kitchen Equipment Needed

• Large mixing bowl
• Whisk or electric mixer
• Loaf pan (9×5-inch)
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Spatula

Ingredients Overview

• Sweet Potatoes: Adds natural sweetness and moisture.
• Brown Sugar & Cinnamon: Brings warmth and depth of flavor.
• Flour & Baking Powder: Ensures a fluffy, soft texture.
• Eggs & Oil: Keeps the bread moist and tender.

Ingredients (Makes 1 Loaf)

• 1 1/2 cups mashed sweet potatoes (about 2 medium sweet potatoes)
• 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger (optional)
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted) or vegetable oil
• 3/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
• 2 large eggs
• 1/3 cup milk (or almond milk)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1: Prepare the Sweet Potatoes

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
2. Cook sweet potatoes by roasting or boiling until soft. Mash until smooth.

Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients

1. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.

Step 3: Mix Wet Ingredients

1. In another bowl, whisk together mashed sweet potatoes, melted butter (or oil), brown sugar, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 4: Combine & Fold

1. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
2. Fold in chopped nuts, if using.

Step 5: Bake & Cool

1. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan.
2. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
3. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Prep Time

15 minutes

Cook Time

50-60 minutes

Total Time

1 hour 10 minutes

Nutrition (per slice, ~10 slices)

• Calories: ~240
• Fat: ~10g
• Carbohydrates: ~35g
• Protein: ~4g

Expert Tips

• For Extra Moisture: Use coconut oil or add 1/4 cup applesauce.
• Make It Healthier: Swap half the flour for whole wheat flour.
• For a Sweet Glaze: Drizzle with maple or cream cheese glaze.

FAQs

Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes! It stays fresh for 3 days at room temperature or up to a week in the fridge.

Can I freeze sweet potato bread?
Yes! Wrap tightly and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.

What can I serve with sweet potato bread?
Try it with butter, honey, or a cinnamon sugar spread.

Storing & Freezing

• Storing: Keep in an airtight container at room temp for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
• Freezing: Wrap tightly and freeze for up to 3 months.

Substitutions & Variations

• Nut-Free: Omit nuts or replace with raisins or dried cranberries.
• Dairy-Free: Use almond milk and coconut oil.
• Spiced Version: Add pumpkin spice or cardamom.

Sweet Potato Bread Recipe

This **Sweet Potato Bread** is **moist, lightly spiced, and full of warm, comforting flavors**. Made with **mashed sweet potatoes, cinnamon, nutmeg, and brown sugar**, it’s the perfect balance of **sweet and savory**.

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Equipment

• - Large mixing bowl
• - Whisk or electric mixer
• - Loaf pan (9x5 inch)
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Spatula

Ingredients

  

• - 1 1/2 cups mashed sweet potatoes about 2 medium sweet potatoes
• - 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• - 1 teaspoon baking soda
• - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• - 1/2 teaspoon salt
• - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• - 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• - 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger optional
• - 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted or vegetable oil
• - 3/4 cup brown sugar packed
• - 2 large eggs
• - 1/3 cup milk or almond milk
• - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• - 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts optional

Instructions

 

• #### **Step 1: Prepare the Sweet Potatoes**
• Preheat oven to **350°F (175°C)**. Grease a **9x5-inch loaf pan**.
• Cook sweet potatoes by roasting or boiling until soft. Mash until smooth.
• #### **Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients**
• In a large bowl, whisk together **flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger**.
• #### **Step 3: Mix Wet Ingredients**
• In another bowl, whisk together **mashed sweet potatoes, melted butter (or oil), brown sugar, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract** until smooth.
• #### **Step 4: Combine & Fold**
• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
• Fold in **chopped nuts**, if using.
• #### **Step 5: Bake & Cool**
• Pour batter into the **prepared loaf pan**.
• Bake for **50-60 minutes**, or until a **toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean**.
• Let cool in the pan for **10 minutes**, then transfer to a **wire rack**.