Description
Sweet Potato Bread with Spices is a delightful treat that combines the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with warm spices, resulting in a moist and flavorful loaf perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup sweet potato puree
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and bake the sweet potato until tender.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the wet ingredients and whisk until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently.
- Pour the batter into a greased 9×5-inch loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes.
Notes
- Choose firm, smooth sweet potatoes for the best flavor.
- Adjust spice levels according to your taste preferences.
- Consider adding nuts or dried fruits for extra texture.
- Prep Time: 15 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: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Sweet Potato Bread, Spices, Baking, Healthy Bread, Comfort Food