Description
Cinnamon Swirl Sweet Potato Bread is a delightful treat that combines the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with the warm, comforting flavor of cinnamon. This loaf is not just a delicious snack; it’s also packed with nutrients, making it a healthier option for breakfast or dessert.
Ingredients
- Sweet potatoes: 2 medium (about 1 cup mashed)
- All-purpose flour: 2 cups
- Brown sugar: 3/4 cup, packed
- Ground cinnamon: 2 teaspoons
- Eggs: 2 large
- Unsalted butter: 1/2 cup (1 stick), melted
- Baking powder: 2 teaspoons
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
- Walnuts: 1/2 cup, chopped (optional)
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Wash and peel the sweet potatoes, cut them into chunks, and boil for 15-20 minutes until tender. Mash and let cool.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, then add melted butter and vanilla extract. Mix in the mashed sweet potatoes until fully incorporated.
- In a small bowl, mix together 2 tablespoons of brown sugar and 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon for the swirl mixture.
- Pour the sweet potato mixture into the dry ingredients and gently fold until just combined. If using walnuts, fold them in now. Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan and pour half of the batter into it.
- Sprinkle the cinnamon swirl mixture over the first layer of batter, then pour the remaining batter on top and smooth it out. Bake for 50-60 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
- Once baked, let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Overmixing the batter can lead to dense bread; gently fold ingredients until just combined.
- Use measuring cups and spoons for accuracy.
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan to set properly.
- Use room temperature eggs and melted butter for better mixing.
- Check for doneness with a toothpick.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Cinnamon Swirl Sweet Potato Bread, Sweet Potato Bread, Cinnamon Bread, Healthy Bread