Description
This moist and flavorful sweet potato pecan bread combines the natural sweetness of mashed sweet potatoes with warm spices and crunchy pecans, offering a delightful twist on classic banana or pumpkin bread. Perfect for breakfast or holiday gifting, this bread is easy to prepare and bakes to a tender, aromatic loaf.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1½ cups mashed sweet potatoes
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s at the right temperature for baking once the batter is ready.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and baking soda until uniformly mixed to distribute the baking soda and spices evenly.
- Add Wet Ingredients: To the dry mixture, stir in the mashed sweet potatoes, eggs, and oil. Mix thoroughly until you achieve a smooth, well-combined batter without overmixing.
- Incorporate Pecans: Gently fold the chopped pecans into the batter, ensuring they are evenly dispersed but taking care not to break them up too much.
- Bake the Bread: Pour the batter into a greased or parchment-lined loaf tin. Bake in the preheated oven for 55 to 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and enjoy!
Notes
- Add a maple glaze on top for an extra layer of sweetness and a glossy finish.
- This bread makes a thoughtful and delicious holiday gift.
- Ensure sweet potatoes are well mashed for a smooth batter texture.
- Use fresh spices for the best flavor impact.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 55 mins
- Category: Breakfast, Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
