If you love homemade, moist, and spiced quick breads, then this Sweet Potato Bread will be your new favorite! Made with real sweet potatoes, warm spices, and a touch of sweetness, this bread is easy to make, super soft, and bursting with fall flavors.
Whether you enjoy it for breakfast, as a snack, or even as a dessert, this moist and fluffy bread is a treat that everyone will love!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔ Super moist and tender – Thanks to mashed sweet potatoes.
✔ Easy to make – No yeast, no fancy equipment, just mix and bake!
✔ Naturally sweet and spiced – The perfect balance of flavors.
✔ Great for meal prep – Stays fresh for days and freezes well.
✔ Customizable – Add nuts, chocolate chips, or raisins for extra texture!
Ingredients
🍠 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes (about 1 medium sweet potato)
🥚 2 large eggs
🥛 ½ cup milk (or buttermilk for extra tenderness)
🧈 ½ cup melted butter (or vegetable oil)
🍯 ½ cup brown sugar
🌿 ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
🧂 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
🧁 1 tsp baking soda
🧁 ½ tsp baking powder
🧂 ½ tsp salt
🍂 1 ½ tsp ground cinnamon
🍂 ½ tsp nutmeg
🍂 ½ tsp ginger (optional for extra spice)
🌰 ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
🍫 ½ cup chocolate chips (optional)
🍦 1 tsp vanilla extract
How to Make Sweet Potato Bread
Step 1: Preheat & Prepare
🔥 Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
🧈 Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with butter or non-stick spray.
Step 2: Cook & Mash Sweet Potatoes
🍠 Pierce a medium sweet potato with a fork and microwave for 5-7 minutes until soft. Let cool, then mash into a smooth puree.
(Alternatively, you can roast at 400°F (200°C) for about 45 minutes or boil for 15 minutes until fork-tender.)
Step 3: Mix the Wet Ingredients
🥣 In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, melted butter, brown sugar, honey, milk, vanilla extract, and mashed sweet potatoes until smooth.
Step 4: Mix the Dry Ingredients
🥄 In another bowl, sift together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
Step 5: Combine Wet & Dry
🌟 Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix!
Step 6: Add Extras
🌰 Fold in chopped nuts or chocolate chips if using.
Step 7: Bake the Bread
🔥 Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Smooth the top.
⏳ Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Step 8: Cool & Serve
🧊 Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Serving Ideas
✔ Enjoy warm with butter for a cozy treat.
✔ Drizzle with honey or maple syrup for extra sweetness.
✔ Spread with cream cheese for a creamy contrast.
✔ Serve with coffee or tea for a perfect pairing.
Storage & Freezing
📌 Store at room temperature – Keep in an airtight container for 3-4 days.
📌 Refrigerate – Stays fresh for up to a week in the fridge.
📌 Freeze – Wrap slices in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature or microwave for a quick treat!
Tips for the Best Sweet Potato Bread
🔥 Use fresh mashed sweet potatoes – Avoid canned if possible, as fresh ones give better flavor and texture.
🔥 Don’t overmix the batter – Keeps the bread soft and fluffy.
🔥 Adjust sweetness – Add more or less sugar depending on preference.
🔥 Try different add-ins – Coconut, raisins, or even a streusel topping work great!
🔥 Let it cool completely – This helps the flavors develop and makes slicing easier.
Final Thoughts
This Sweet Potato Bread is a delicious, easy-to-make, and wholesome treat that’s perfect for any season. Whether you make it for a quick breakfast, a snack, or even dessert, it’s guaranteed to become a new favorite in your household!
🔥 Would you try this recipe? What’s your favorite way to use sweet potatoes in baking? 🍠💛