Best 6 Sweet Potato Bread I Recipes

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Sweet potato bread is a delightful treat that combines the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with the comforting flavors of traditional bread. This versatile bread can be enjoyed as a breakfast item, a snack, or even a dessert. Whether you prefer a classic sweet potato bread, a gluten-free alternative, or a more decadent version with cream cheese frosting, there's a recipe in this article that will satisfy your cravings.

In the first recipe, you'll learn how to make a classic sweet potato bread with simple ingredients like mashed sweet potatoes, all-purpose flour, sugar, eggs, and spices. This recipe yields a moist and flavorful bread with a tender crumb and a golden-brown crust. For those with dietary restrictions, the second recipe offers a gluten-free sweet potato bread option made with almond flour, coconut flour, and tapioca flour. This bread is just as delicious as the classic version, with a slightly denser texture and a nutty flavor.

If you're looking for an extra indulgent treat, the third recipe in this article will guide you through making a sweet potato bread with cream cheese frosting. This decadent bread is perfect for special occasions or as a weekend brunch item. The cream cheese frosting adds a luscious sweetness and tanginess that complements the sweet potato bread perfectly.

Each recipe includes step-by-step instructions, cooking times, and serving suggestions to ensure that you can easily recreate these delicious sweet potato bread variations in your own kitchen. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, you're sure to find a recipe in this article that will become a new favorite.

Let's cook with our recipes!

SWEET POTATO BREAD



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We raise and sell sweet potatoes on our farm in the lower part of Texas panhandle. Years ago, a customer shared his wife's sweet potato bread recipe with me. It's been a family favorite ever since. -Joan Helms, Quitaque, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h15m

Yield 2 loaves.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups sugar
3 eggs, lightly beaten
2 cups cold mashed sweet potatoes
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon ground allspice
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup chopped pecans, optional

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine sugar, eggs, sweet potatoes and vanilla; mix well. Combine flour, baking powder, nutmeg, allspice cinnamon, salt and baking soda; stir into potato mixture. Fold in nuts if desired. Pour into two greased 8x4-in. loaf pans. Bake at 350° for 1 hour or until bread tests done. Cool in pans 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 145 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 78mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

SOUTHERN SWEET POTATO BREAD



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Once you enjoy a slice of this moist and dense quick bread, you'll have a hard time believing something so luscious can be made without butter. Plus, you can whip up this sweet, spiced quick bread recipe and have it in the oven in just 15 minutes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 1h45m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 cups Gold Medal™ self-rising flour
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons milk
2 eggs, slightly beaten
1 cup mashed cooked sweet potatoes
1 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup golden raisins

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Grease bottom only of 8x4-inch loaf pan with shortening or cooking spray. In large bowl, stir together flour, sugar, nutmeg and cinnamon.
  • Add oil, milk and eggs; blend well. Stir in sweet potatoes, pecans and raisins until well mixed. Pour into pan.
  • Bake 1 hour 15 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan 15 minutes. Remove from pan to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 1 hour. Wrap tightly and store at room temperature up to 4 days, or refrigerate up to 10 days.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Carbohydrate 38 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Slice, Sodium 220 mg, Sugar 22 g, TransFat 0 g

MY SISTER'S SWEET POTATO BREAD



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This is my sister Barb's recipe. It is the first thing I ever made for my husband when we first met and he flipped over it. He ate a whole loaf driving home from my house!

Provided by Karen..

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 1h25m

Yield 2 Standard Loaves

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups white sugar
1 cup vegetable oil
3 eggs
2 cups mashed canned candied yams or 2 cups sweet potatoes
1 teaspoon vanilla
3 cups flour
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon ginger
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine sugar, oil, egg, sweet potatoes and vanilla.
  • In a separate bowl, mix dry ingredients (except walnuts) together well and add to wet ingredients.
  • Stir until just combined.
  • Fold in walnuts.
  • Pour into 2 standard loaf pans.
  • Bake for 75 minutes or until thin knife inserted in center comes out clean.

SWEET POTATO BREAD I



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A Southern delight with a 'more-ish' taste. One bite and you want more! This bread freezes well.

Provided by Mary E. Crain

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 ½ cups white sugar
½ cup vegetable oil
2 eggs
1 ¾ cups sifted all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
⅓ cup water
1 cup cooked and mashed sweet potatoes
½ cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Combine sugar and oil; beat well. Add eggs and beat. Combine flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg. Stir flour mixture into egg mixture alternately with water. Stir in sweet potatoes and chopped nuts.
  • Pour batter into greased 9x5 inch loaf pan (or 2 small loaf pans). Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for about one hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 303.3 calories, Carbohydrate 43.2 g, Cholesterol 31 mg, Fat 13.5 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 171.4 mg, Sugar 26.4 g

ROASTED SWEET POTATO QUICK BREAD



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Provided by Alex Guarnaschelli

Time 2h

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

Nonstick cooking spray, for the baking dish
8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 cup sugar
1 large egg
1 cup roasted sweet potato, skinned and mashed
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
Zest and juice from 1 large navel orange
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
3 tablespoons honey

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Grease an 8-by-4-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Beat the butter and the sugar in an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment on medium speed until it becomes light and fluffy, 3 to 5 minutes. Add the egg and mix until blended. Remove the bowl from the mixer and use a rubber spatula to gently fold in the roasted sweet potato.
  • Add the flour, salt, ginger, baking soda, baking powder, cloves, orange zest and 1 teaspoon cinnamon and fold gently until just combined. Do not overmix or the bread will become tough.
  • Transfer the batter to the baking dish in an even layer and place in the center of the oven. Bake until a toothpick or small paring knife inserted in the center comes out clean, about 55 minutes. Shut off the oven and let the bread sit in the oven 5 minutes more. Remove from the oven and cool at least 30 minutes before unmolding.
  • Unmold the bread onto a serving platter. Bring the honey to a simmer in a small saucepan over medium heat until it froths and turns amber-brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat, then add the orange juice and remaining 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon. Return to the heat and simmer 30 seconds to combine. Pour carefully over the top of the cooled bread.

SOUTHERN SWEET POTATO BREAD



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Creamy orange spread delightfully dresses this moist quick bread. -North Caroline Sweet Potato Commission

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 55m

Yield 1 loaf.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/4 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup mashed sweet potatoes
3 tablespoons whole milk
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
2 cups self-rising flour
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 cup chopped pecans
ORANGE CREAM SPREAD:
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 teaspoon orange juice
1 teaspoon grated orange zest

Steps:

  • In a bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add eggs; mix well. Add sweet potatoes, milk and orange zest; mix well. Combine flour, allspice and nutmeg; add to creamed mixture. Mix just until combined. Fold in nuts. Pour into a greased 9x5-in. loaf pan. Bake at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until bread tests done. Cool in pan for 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack. Cool completely. , In a bowl, combine spread ingredients; beat until smooth. Serve with bread.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • For a smooth and even batter, make sure to cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
  • Grate the sweet potatoes finely for a smooth texture in the bread.
  • If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of regular milk. Let it sit for 5 minutes before using.
  • To prevent the bread from sticking to the pan, grease and flour the loaf pan before pouring in the batter.
  • For a crispy crust, brush the top of the bread with melted butter before baking.
  • To check if the bread is done, insert a toothpick into the center. If it comes out clean, the bread is ready.

Conclusion:

This sweet potato bread is a delicious and moist quick bread that is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a snack. It is also a great way to use up leftover sweet potatoes. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this bread is a great recipe for bakers of all skill levels. So next time you're looking for a tasty and nutritious treat, give this sweet potato bread a try!

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