Sweet Potato Cinnamon Bread Recipe

Introduction

This Sweet Potato Cinnamon Bread is a moist and flavorful treat perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack. Packed with warm spices and naturally sweet mashed sweet potatoes, it offers a comforting twist on traditional quick bread.

Ingredients

• 1½ cups sweet potatoes (mashed)
• ½ cup butter (softened)
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
• ¼ cup granulated sugar (for topping)
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon (for topping)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9.25 x 5.25 inch loaf pan. You can also line the pan with parchment paper for easier removal after baking.
2. Step 2: In a large bowl or the bowl of your mixer, cream together the softened butter and 1 cup sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Step 3: Add the eggs one at a time on low mixer speed, then mix in the vanilla extract and mashed sweet potatoes until combined.
4. Step 4: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, and nutmeg.
5. Step 5: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
6. Step 6: In a small bowl, mix together the ¼ cup sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon for the topping. Sprinkle evenly over the batter.
7. Step 7: Bake on the center rack for 55–65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. Step 8: Remove from the oven and cool on a rack for 15 minutes before removing the bread from the pan. Slice and serve.

Tips & Variations

• For a nutty texture, add ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts to the batter before baking.
• You can substitute canned sweet potato puree if fresh mashed sweet potatoes aren’t available.
• Try adding a teaspoon of ground ginger or cloves for a deeper spice flavor.
• To make it vegan, replace butter with coconut oil and eggs with flaxseed eggs.

Storage

Store the bread in an airtight container or large ziplock bag in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. To reheat, warm slices in the microwave for 15–20 seconds or toast for a crisp edge.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use canned sweet potatoes instead of fresh?

Yes, canned sweet potato puree works well and saves time. Just be sure to drain any excess liquid to avoid a soggy batter.

How do I know when the bread is fully baked?

Insert a toothpick into the center of the loaf—if it comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs, the bread is done baking.

Sweet Potato Cinnamon Bread Recipe

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This Sweet Potato Cinnamon Bread is a moist, flavorful loaf combining the natural sweetness of mashed sweet potatoes with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, this easy-to-make bread is enriched with butter and eggs, then topped with a cinnamon sugar crust for a delightful finish.

• Author: Sienna
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 60 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
• Yield: 1 loaf (about 8–10 servings) 1x
• Category: Bread
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Batter

• 1½ cups sweet potatoes (mashed)
• ½ cup butter (softened)
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg

Topping

• ¼ cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9.25 x 5.25 inch loaf pan. For easier loaf removal, you may line the pan with parchment paper.
2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl or stand mixer, cream together the softened butter and 1 cup granulated sugar until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, incorporating air for a tender bread texture.
3. Add Eggs and Flavorings: Add the eggs one at a time into the creamed mixture on low mixer speed, ensuring they are fully incorporated before adding the next. Then add the vanilla extract followed by the mashed sweet potatoes, mixing just to combine.
4. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg to evenly distribute the leavening and spices.
5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
6. Add Cinnamon Sugar Topping: In a small bowl, mix together ¼ cup granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top of the batter in the loaf pan.
7. Bake the Bread: Place the loaf pan on the center rack of the preheated oven and bake for 55 to 65 minutes. Test doneness by inserting a toothpick in the center; it should come out clean when the bread is fully baked.
8. Cool and Serve: Remove the loaf from the oven and let it cool in the pan on a wire rack for 15 minutes. Then remove from pan, cool completely before slicing to serve. Store leftovers in a sealed bag in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Notes

• Ensure sweet potatoes are well mashed and slightly cooled before adding to prevent cooking the eggs.
• For a more intense cinnamon flavor, you can increase the cinnamon in the batter or topping slightly.
• This bread freezes well; wrap tightly in foil and place in a freezer bag for up to 3 months.
• Use parchment paper lining for easy removal and less mess.
• Adjust baking time slightly if using a different size loaf pan.

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