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Cinnamon Sweet Potato Bread

Cinnamon Sweet Potato Bread for Cozy Autumn Mornings

Cinnamon Sweet Potato Bread is a delightful quick bread perfect for autumn mornings, blending warmth and wholesomeness in every bite.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour substitute with a gluten-free blend for gluten-free version
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder acts as a leavening agent
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda essential for a light texture
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon infuses warmth and flavor
  • 0.5 teaspoon nutmeg can be omitted if unavailable
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt enhances flavor
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter soften before using
  • 1 cups granulated sugar reduce for a less sweet treat
  • 2 large eggs provides binding and moisture
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract no substitute recommended
  • 1 cups mashed sweet potato canned sweet potato puree works in a pinch

Equipment

  • Loaf Pan
  • mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • spatula
  • hand mixer

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and grease a mini loaf pan.
  2. Combine 2 cups of flour, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, 2 teaspoons of cinnamon, ½ teaspoon of nutmeg, and ½ teaspoon of salt in a bowl; whisk together.
  3. Cream together ½ cup of softened butter and 1 cup of sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in 2 eggs one at a time, followed by 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  4. Fold in 1 cup of mashed sweet potatoes until fully incorporated.
  5. Gently add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, folding until just incorporated.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Sprinkle a bit of extra sugar on top.
  7. Bake for 35-45 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw before serving.

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