Imagine sinking your teeth into a slice of warm, moist bread that combines the rich, velvety sweetness of sweet potatoes with the delightful crunch of toasted pecans. This isn't just any ordinary bread - it's a culinary masterpiece that transforms humble ingredients into a spectacular treat that will have your family and friends begging for seconds. Perfect for breakfast, afternoon tea, or a decadent dessert, this Sweet Potato Pecan Bread is about to become your new obsession!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 50 mins
Total Time: 1 hrs 5 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 1 loaf
Ingredients
- 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan with butter or cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine mashed sweet potatoes, sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and well incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, sift together all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon to ensure even distribution of dry ingredients.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the batter.
- Gently fold in the chopped pecans, reserving a small handful for optional topping.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly. Sprinkle the reserved pecans on top if desired.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove from oven and let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, slice and serve. The bread can be stored at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Tips
- Use room temperature ingredients: This helps create a smoother, more evenly mixed batter.
- Don't overmix the batter - mix just until ingredients are combined to keep the bread tender.
- Toast the pecans briefly before adding to enhance their nutty flavor.
- Check the bread's doneness by inserting a toothpick - it should come out clean with just a few moist crumbs.
- Let the bread cool completely before slicing to help it maintain its structure.
- For extra moisture, you can add a tablespoon of Greek yogurt to the wet ingredients.
- Wrap leftover bread tightly in plastic wrap to maintain freshness.
- For a glaze, mix powdered sugar with a little milk or maple syrup to drizzle on top.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 28g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 35mg
