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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.

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.

Keywords: Sweet Potato Bread, Cinnamon Bread, Homemade Bread, Fall Recipes, Sweet Potato Recipes, Spiced Bread, Breakfast Bread

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