Sweet Potato Bread
A delightful and aromatic bread combining sweet potatoes with warming spices, perfect for breakfast, snacks, or gatherings.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 2 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
Wet Ingredients
- 3 cups sweet potatoes, cooked and mashed
- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/2 cup oil
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Grease three 8 x 4-inch loaf pans with spray oil.
Mixing
- In a medium bowl, combine all the dry ingredients.
- In a larger bowl, blend together the wet ingredients.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring consistently until a thick batter forms.
Baking
- Divide the batter equally among the three greased loaf pans.
- Bake for approximately 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let the bread cool in the pans for 10 to 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Notes
For optimal freshness, wrap bread in plastic wrap or aluminum foil. It can be stored at room temperature for 3 days, refrigerated for up to a week, or frozen for up to 3 months. Variations include adding nuts, dried fruits, or chocolate chips.