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Sweet Potato and Pecan Bread Recipe

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4.3 from 27 reviews

  • Author: Alice
  • Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Yield: 1 loaf (about 10-12 slices)
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A tender quick bread made with creamy mashed sweet potatoes and crunchy toasted pecans, delivering a rich, nutty flavor perfect for fall breakfasts or desserts.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup mashed sweet potato
  • ½ cup oil or melted butter
  • ¾ cup brown sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 1½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp ground cinnamon

Add-ins

  • ½ cup chopped pecans (toasted optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan thoroughly to prevent sticking.
  2. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, blend the mashed sweet potato, oil or melted butter, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and well incorporated.
  3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon to ensure even distribution.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Stir gently until just combined, avoiding overmixing to keep the bread tender.
  5. Add Pecans: Fold the chopped pecans into the batter evenly to distribute the nutty texture throughout the bread.
  6. Pour Batter and Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool and Serve: Allow the sweet potato bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing to retain texture.

Notes

  • Toast pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes to enhance their flavor before adding.
  • For extra sweetness, drizzle a maple glaze over cooled bread made by mixing powdered sugar and pure maple syrup.
  • Store leftovers wrapped tightly at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
  • This bread also freezes well; wrap tightly and freeze slices for up to 2 months.
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 55 mins
  • Category: Dessert / Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Southern-Inspired

Find it online: https://myhomemadecooking.com/sweet-potato-and-pecan-bread-recipe/