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Traditional Sweet Potato Cinnamon Bread

Heavenly Traditional Sweet Potato Cinnamon Bread Recipe

Delight in the warm flavors of Traditional Sweet Potato Cinnamon Bread, perfect for cozy breakfasts.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Mashed Sweet Potatoes Freshly mashed for moisture
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter Softened
  • 1 cup White Sugar Can substitute half with brown sugar
  • 2 large Eggs Room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Pure for the richest flavor
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can use gluten-free blend
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon Star spice
  • ½ teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Freshly grated for aroma
For the Topping
  • 2 tablespoons Cinnamon Sugar Blend of white sugar and cinnamon

Equipment

  • loaf pan
  • mixing bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • whisk

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a loaf pan.
  2. Cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Incorporate eggs one at a time, then add vanilla and mashed sweet potatoes.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  5. Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Prepare the cinnamon sugar topping by mixing sugar and ground cinnamon.
  7. Pour the batter into the loaf pan, sprinkle with cinnamon sugar, and bake for 55 to 65 minutes.
  8. Cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure sweet potatoes are smooth to avoid a dense bread. Check for doneness with a toothpick. Store properly to maintain moisture.

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