Delicious and Nutritious Sweet Potato Bread

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Delicious and Nutritious Sweet Potato Bread
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
60 mins
Total Time:
80mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on November 17, 2023

Indulge in a slice of this moist and flavorful Sweet Potato Bread. Made with wholesome sweet potatoes, warm spices, and a touch of sweetness, this bread is perfect for breakfast or as a sweet treat. It's easy to make and will satisfy your cravings for something warm and comforting. Give it a try and discover the goodness of sweet potatoes in a whole new way.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups mashed sweet potatoes
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9x5-inch loaf pans.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes, eggs, oil, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the sweet potato mixture, mixing just until combined.
  5. If using nuts, fold them into the batter.
  6. Divide the batter between the prepared loaf pans, smoothing the tops with a spatula.
  7. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.
  8. Remove from the oven and let the bread cool in the pans for 10 minutes.
  9. Transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Interesting Facts

  • Sweet potatoes are packed with vitamins and minerals like vitamin A, vitamin C, and manganese.
  • This bread is a great way to use up leftover mashed sweet potatoes.
  • The warm spices in this bread give it a cozy and comforting flavor.