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Sweet Potato Cinnamon Bread

Sweet Potato Cinnamon Bread
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Sweet Potato Cinnamon Bread is a delightful, moist loaf that combines the natural sweetness of mashed sweet potatoes with aromatic spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether enjoyed as a breakfast treat, an afternoon snack, or a comforting dessert. Topped with a crunchy cinnamon-sugar layer, each slice offers a warm hug of flavor that invites you to savor it with butter, cream cheese, or even nut butter. Ideal for sharing or freezing for later enjoyment, this Sweet Potato Cinnamon Bread is sure to become a favorite in your baking repertoire.

Ingredients

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  • 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
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar (for topping)
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed. Incorporate the vanilla extract and mashed sweet potatoes until well blended.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, and nutmeg. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  6. In a small bowl, mix together topping sugar and cinnamon. Sprinkle this mixture over the batter before baking.
  7. Bake for about 55–65 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for about 15 minutes before slicing.

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