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 Youβll Love This Recipe
β Super moist and tender β Thanks to mashed sweet potatoes.
β Easy to make β No yeast, no fancy equipment, just mix and bake!
β Naturally sweet and spiced β The perfect balance of flavors.
β Great for meal prep β Stays fresh for days and freezes well.
β Customizable β Add nuts, chocolate chips, or raisins for extra texture!
Ingredients
π 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes (about 1 medium sweet potato)
π₯ 2 large eggs
π₯ Β½ cup milk (or buttermilk for extra tenderness)
π§ Β½ cup melted butter (or vegetable oil)
π― Β½ cup brown sugar
πΏ ΒΌ cup honey or maple syrup
π§ 1 ΒΎ cups all-purpose flour
π§ 1 tsp baking soda
π§ Β½ tsp baking powder
π§ Β½ tsp salt
π 1 Β½ tsp ground cinnamon
π Β½ tsp nutmeg
π Β½ tsp ginger (optional for extra spice)
π° Β½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
π« Β½ cup chocolate chips (optional)
π¦ 1 tsp vanilla extract
How to Make Sweet Potato Bread
Step 1: Preheat & Prepare
π₯ Preheat your oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C).
π§ Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with butter or non-stick spray.
Step 2: Cook & Mash Sweet Potatoes
π 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 400Β°F (200Β°C) for about 45 minutes or boil for 15 minutes until fork-tender.)
Step 3: Mix the Wet Ingredients
π₯£ 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
π₯ In another bowl, sift together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
Step 5: Combine Wet & Dry
π Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix!
Step 6: Add Extras
π° Fold in chopped nuts or chocolate chips if using.
Step 7: Bake the Bread
π₯ Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Smooth the top.
β³ Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Step 8: Cool & Serve
π§ Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Serving Ideas
β Enjoy warm with butter for a cozy treat.
β Drizzle with honey or maple syrup for extra sweetness.
β Spread with cream cheese for a creamy contrast.
β Serve with coffee or tea for a perfect pairing.
Storage & Freezing
π Store at room temperature β Keep in an airtight container for 3-4 days.
π Refrigerate β Stays fresh for up to a week in the fridge.
π Freeze β 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
π₯ Use fresh mashed sweet potatoes β Avoid canned if possible, as fresh ones give better flavor and texture.
π₯ Donβt overmix the batter β Keeps the bread soft and fluffy.
π₯ Adjust sweetness β Add more or less sugar depending on preference.
π₯ Try different add-ins β Coconut, raisins, or even a streusel topping work great!
π₯ Let it cool completely β This helps the flavors develop and makes slicing easier.
Final Thoughts
This Sweet Potato Bread is a delicious, easy-to-make, and wholesome treat thatβs perfect for any season. Whether you make it for a quick breakfast, a snack, or even dessert, itβs guaranteed to become a new favorite in your household!
π₯ Would you try this recipe? Whatβs your favorite way to use sweet potatoes in baking? π π
