Description
This Sweet Potato Maple Bread is a moist, flavorful loaf perfect for breakfast or a cozy snack. Made with mashed sweet potatoes, natural maple syrup, and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, this bread combines wholesome ingredients into a comforting treat with a subtle sweetness and tender crumb.
Ingredients
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Sweet Potato Mixture
- 1 cup sweet potatoes – cooked and mashed (about 1 medium sweet potato)
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1/2 cup brown sugar – packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter – melted and slightly cooled
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare Sweet Potatoes: Peel, cube, and boil or steam the sweet potatoes until tender. Once cooked, mash them thoroughly until smooth and let cool completely.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt until well combined.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix the mashed sweet potatoes, maple syrup, brown sugar, eggs, and melted butter. Whisk this mixture until it becomes smooth and fully incorporated.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently fold together using a spatula or wooden spoon. Be careful not to overmix to keep the bread tender.
- Prepare to Bake: Transfer the batter into a greased or parchment-lined loaf pan, spreading it evenly.
- Bake: Place the loaf pan in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) and bake for 55-65 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and enjoy!
Notes
- Ensure the mashed sweet potatoes are cooled before mixing with eggs to avoid cooking the eggs prematurely.
- Do not overmix the batter to maintain a tender crumb.
- Check the bread a few minutes before the minimum baking time to avoid overbaking, as oven temperatures vary.
- For added texture, consider folding in chopped nuts or chocolate chips before baking.
- This bread stores well at room temperature for 2-3 days or refrigerated for up to a week.
