Best 3 Sweet Potato Loaves Recipes

**Sweet Potato Loaves: A Delightful Treat for Any Occasion**

With their moist, fluffy texture and naturally sweet flavor, sweet potato loaves are a delectable treat that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or as a snack. Not only are they incredibly delicious, but they're also packed with essential nutrients like vitamins A and C, potassium, and fiber. Whether you prefer a classic sweet potato loaf, a gluten-free option, or a savory version with added spices and herbs, this collection of recipes has something for everyone. From the simple and straightforward to the more elaborate and indulgent, these sweet potato loaves are sure to satisfy your cravings and leave you feeling happy and nourished.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

SWEET POTATO MINI LOAVES

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Here's a wonderful present for drop-in visitors, the kids' teachers or neighbors. One batch makes six adorable mini loaves-and you might add some butter or cream cheese for an extra-special present.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 50m

Yield 6 mini loaves.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

4 large eggs, room temperature
2 cups sugar
2 cups cold mashed sweet potatoes
3/4 cup vegetable oil
2 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups whole wheat flour
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup water

Steps:

In a large bowl, beat the eggs, sugar, sweet potatoes and oil. Combine the flours, cinnamon, baking soda, nutmeg and salt; add to sweet potato mixture alternately with water., Pour into 6 greased 5-3/4x3x2-in. loaf pans. Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 153 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 78mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

TASTY SWEET POTATO MUFFINS & MINI LOAVES

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A friend had sent me a link to a Pumpkin muffin recipe with a graham cracker base, not having most of the ingredients in my cabinet I decided to improvise and create my own recipe. My hubby loves Sweet Potato Pie so I thought hmm let me try making a Sweet Potato muffin. I decided to heed some of my vegetarian daughters advice to...

Provided by Mary Merth

Categories Other Snacks

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 21

Ingredients

3 c all-purpose flour
1 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp nutmeg
1 tsp ground cloves
3 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spices
1 pinch cardamon, ground
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp baking powder
2 dash(es) pure vanilla extract
1 tsp pure almond extract
4 eggs
3/4 c brown sugar, firmly packed
1/2 c white sugar
3/4 c agave nectar
2 c sweet potatoes
3/4 c canola oil
1/2 c applesauce, unsweetened
1 Tbsp cream or half and half
1/2 c chopped pecans
1/2 c chopped walnuts

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350. Spray the muffin tins and set aside. also spray your pan with 4 mini loafs
2. I used a 16 oz can of sweet potatoes in heavy syrup and drain all the juice out then put the sweet potatoes in the blender and pureed them. Set aside.
3. Mix all liquid ingredients together add it the sweet potatoes then mixing together. Now all the dry ingredients leaving the nuts to be folded in after everything is mixed thoroughly.
4. Fill muffin tins 3/4 full makes 24 muffins and one mini 4 loaf pan fill each one 3/4 full.
5. Bake at 350 for 20 to 25 minutes till toothpick comes out clean. Remove
6. Let cool 2-3 minutes loosen and put them on cooling racks to cool. Serve hot or cold.

SWEET POTATO LOAVES

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"My husband and I are missionaries in Brazil, where sweet potatoes are a staple food. I make this recipe often to share with the local people, and it is always a big hit," pens Joyce Randolph from her home base in Canton, Maine.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 50m

Yield 2 mini loaves.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1/4 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1 egg
1 cup all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup cold mashed sweet potatoes
2 tablespoons milk
1/4 cup raisins

Steps:

In a small bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add egg; mix well. Combine the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, ginger and salt; add to creamed mixture just until blended (batter will be thick). Combine sweet potatoes and milk; stir into batter until blended. Fold in raisins., Transfer to two greased 5-3/4x3x2-in. loaf pans. Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until lightly browned and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 176mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Tips:

Choose sweet potatoes that are firm and blemish-free. Avoid any potatoes that have soft spots or sprouts.
Prick the sweet potatoes with a fork before baking. This will help them cook evenly.
Bake the sweet potatoes until they are tender when pierced with a fork. The cooking time will vary depending on the size of the potatoes.
Let the sweet potatoes cool slightly before handling them. They will be very hot when they come out of the oven.
Use a potato masher or ricer to mash the sweet potatoes until they are smooth. You can also use a food processor, but be careful not to over-process the potatoes.
Add the remaining ingredients to the mashed sweet potatoes and mix until well combined.
Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan and bake according to the recipe instructions.
Let the loaves cool completely before slicing and serving.

Conclusion:

Sweet potato loaves are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are also a great way to use up leftover sweet potatoes. With a variety of different recipes to choose from, there is sure to be a sweet potato loaf that everyone will enjoy.