Sweet Potato Cinnamon Bread
A scrumptious bread that combines the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with the aromatic spice of cinnamon, resulting in a loaf that's both delightful and wholesome.
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes (about 1 medium sweet potato)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup melted butter (or vegetable oil for a lighter option)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Peel and cube the sweet potato, then boil it until tender. Once cooked, mash it in a bowl until smooth. You’ll need about 1 cup of mashed sweet potato.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes, granulated sugar, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix well until all the wet ingredients are fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, nutmeg (if using), and salt.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are perfectly fine!
- Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Pour the batter into your prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula to create an even surface.
- Place your loaf in the preheated oven and bake for 55-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Once done, allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Cut into slices and enjoy warm or at room temperature!
Notes
To elevate your Sweet Potato Cinnamon Bread experience, consider pairing it with Greek yogurt, almond butter, or peanut butter. It also goes well with spiced chai or coffee.