Best 3 Potato Yeast Bread Recipes

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**Potato Yeast Bread: A Culinary Symphony of Taste and Texture**

Embark on a culinary journey with our tantalizing potato yeast bread, a symphony of flavors and textures that will delight your senses. This delectable bread showcases the perfect harmony between fluffy yeast dough and the subtle earthiness of potatoes. Discover three enticing recipes within this article, each offering a unique twist on this classic loaf. From the rustic charm of our classic potato yeast bread to the cheesy indulgence of our potato cheese bread and the aromatic allure of our potato herb bread, there's a perfect loaf for every palate. Get ready to indulge in the irresistible aroma and taste of freshly baked potato yeast bread, a culinary masterpiece that promises to elevate your dining experience.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

SWEET POTATO YEAST BREAD



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This is the most delicious bread a person can serve. Even sweet potato-haters love it. Don't expect any leftovers.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h5m

Yield 2 loaves (16 slices each).

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast
1-3/4 cups warm water (110° to 115°)
1 cup mashed sweet potatoes (without added milk and butter)
1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon butter, softened, divided
1/2 cup honey
1 egg
2 teaspoons salt
3 cups whole wheat flour
3-1/4 to 3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
CREAM CHEESE NUT SPREAD:
1 cup butter, softened
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/3 cup finely chopped walnuts, toasted

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the sweet potatoes, 1/2 cup butter, honey, egg, salt and whole wheat flour. Beat until smooth. Stir in enough all-purpose flour to form a soft dough. , Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour., Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; divide in half. Shape into loaves. Place in two greased 9x5-in. loaf pans. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 25 minutes. , Bake at 375° for 40-45 minutes or until golden brown (cover loosely with foil if top browns too quickly). Remove from pans to wire racks. Melt remaining butter; brush over warm bread. Cool., In a small bowl, beat butter and cream cheese until fluffy. Stir in walnuts. Serve with bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225 calories, Fat 13g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 263mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

POTATO YEAST BREAD



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Two golden round loaves with tender texture and a hint of sweetness is what you'll get when you try my mother-in-law's recipe. The blend of potato, nutmeg and lemon is unusually good for a yeast bread.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h15m

Yield 2 loaves (16 slices each).

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 medium potato, peeled and cubed
1-1/2 cups water
1 tablespoon whole milk
5 tablespoons butter, softened, divided
5 to 5-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup sugar
1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, cook potato in water until tender. Drain, reserving 3/4 cup water; cool to 120°-130°. Mash potato; measure 1/2 cup (discard any remaining potato). Add milk and 1 tablespoon butter to mashed potato (mixture will be soft)., In a bowl, combine 3 cups flour, sugar, yeast, salt, lemon zest and nutmeg. Melt remaining butter; cool to 120°-130°. Add the cooled potato water and melted butter to flour mixture; beat until moistened. Add eggs and mashed potato mixture; beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a firm dough., Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour., Punch dough down; turn onto a lightly floured surface. Shape into two loaves. Place in two greased 8x4-in. loaf pans. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour. , Bake at 325° for 45-50 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 118 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 136mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

SWEET POTATO YEAST BREAD



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Make and share this Sweet Potato Yeast Bread recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Suzie_Q

Categories     Yeast Breads

Time 2h25m

Yield 2 loaves, 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 (1/4 ounce) packages active dry yeast
1 3/4 cups warm water
1 cup mashed sweet potato (without milk or butter)
1/2 cup butter, plus
1 tablespoon butter, softened and divided
1/2 cup honey
1 egg
2 teaspoons salt
3 cups whole wheat flour
3 1/4-3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • In a large mixing bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add sweet potatoes, 1/2 cup butter, honey, egg, salt and whole wheat flour; beat until smooth.
  • Stir in enough all-purpose flour to form a soft dough.
  • Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes.
  • Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about an hour.
  • Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; divide in half. Shape into loaves and place into two greased 9"x5" loaf pans. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 25 minutes.
  • Bake at 375 degrees for 40-45 minutes or until golden brown (cover loosely with foil if browns too quickly).
  • Remove from pans to wire racks.
  • Melt remaining butter, brush over warm bread. Cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 187.3, Fat 5, SaturatedFat 2.9, Cholesterol 20.2, Sodium 233.1, Carbohydrate 32.3, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 6.7, Protein 4.5

Tips:

  • Use a potato that is not too starchy, such as a Yukon Gold or Russet potato.
  • Boil the potatoes until they are very soft, then mash them until they are smooth.
  • Add the mashed potatoes to the bread dough while it is still warm.
  • Let the dough rise in a warm place until it has doubled in size.
  • Bake the bread in a preheated oven until it is golden brown.

Conclusion:

Potato yeast bread is a delicious and easy-to-make bread that is perfect for any occasion. The mashed potatoes in the bread give it a soft and moist texture, while the yeast gives it a light and airy crumb. This bread is also a good source of fiber and vitamins. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced baker, you will love this recipe for potato yeast bread.

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