Description

Sweet Potato Cinnamon Bread is a delightful fusion of hearty and sweet flavors, perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. This moist bread is infused with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, topped with a crunchy cinnamon sugar layer that elevates its taste and texture. Whether served at family gatherings or enjoyed on a cozy weekend morning, this recipe promises to impress everyone with its unique flavor profile. Easy to prepare and loaded with the nutritional benefits of sweet potatoes, it’s a delicious twist on traditional quick bread that you’ll want to bake again and again.

Ingredients

Scale

1½ cups mashed sweet potatoes
½ cup softened butter
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
Topping: ¼ cup granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until fluffy.
Add eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed; then add vanilla extract and mashed sweet potatoes.
In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
Gradually combine dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just mixed; pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
Mix topping ingredients in a small bowl and sprinkle over the batter.
Bake for 55–65 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean; allow cooling before slicing.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 70g)
Calories: 210
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 33g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: For added texture and flavor, consider folding in chopped nuts or chocolate chips into the batter. Ensure your sweet potatoes are fresh for optimal taste; canned versions can be used if well-drained.