Decadent Sweet Potato Bread & Muffins
Indulge in the rich, moist flavor of our Decadent Sweet Potato Bread & Muffins, a delightful recipe inspired by the renowned Perry Street Inn. Featuring the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes and a blend of spices, this quick bread is perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. It yields two generous loaves or a whopping 48 mini muffins, making it an ideal choice for gatherings or meal prep. Plus, it freezes beautifully, allowing you to enjoy a taste of autumn all year round.
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Servings
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Calories
15
Ingredients
Ingredients
Eggs
3 (beaten)
Sugar
1 1/2 cups (granulated)
Mashed Sweet Potatoes
1 1/2 cups (mashed (or 1 16-oz can, drained and mashed))
Oil
1 cup (vegetable or canola)
Vanilla Extract
2 teaspoons (pure)
All-Purpose Flour
2 1/4 cups (unbleached)
Baking Powder
1 1/2 teaspoons (right from the can)
Baking Soda
1 1/2 teaspoons (right from the can)
Cinnamon
1 1/2 teaspoons (ground)
Salt
1 teaspoon (table salt)
Ground Cloves
1/4 teaspoon (ground)
Ground Ginger
1/4 teaspoon (ground)
Nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon (freshly grated or ground)
Nuts
optional (chopped (e.g., walnuts, pecans))
Raisins
optional (plumped)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch loaf pans or line 48 mini muffin cups with paper liners.
2
In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and sugar together until well combined and creamy. Add in the mashed sweet potatoes, oil, and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
3
In a separate bowl, whisk together all the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, ground cloves, ground ginger, and nutmeg.
4
Carefully add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring just until combined. Be cautious not to over-mix. If desired, fold in the nuts or raisins at this stage.
5
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pans or muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
6
Bake for 50 to 60 minutes for loaves, or 20 to 25 minutes for muffins, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7
Allow the bread or muffins to cool in the pans for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy your delicious sweet treat!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Decadent Sweet Potato Bread & Muffins?
It is a rich, moist quick bread or muffin recipe featuring mashed sweet potatoes and a blend of warm spices, inspired by the Perry Street Inn.
How many loaves does this recipe make?
This recipe yields two generous 8-inch loaves.
How many mini muffins can I make with this batter?
The recipe makes a whopping 48 mini muffins.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Can I use canned sweet potatoes?
Yes, you can use one 16-oz can of sweet potatoes, provided they are drained and mashed.
How many eggs are required for this recipe?
The recipe requires 3 beaten eggs.
What type of oil should I use for the batter?
You can use 1 cup of either vegetable or canola oil.
Is it possible to freeze the finished bread or muffins?
Yes, this recipe freezes beautifully, allowing you to enjoy it throughout the year.
How long do I bake the sweet potato loaves?
Loaves should be baked for 50 to 60 minutes.
How long do the mini muffins take to bake?
Mini muffins take approximately 20 to 25 minutes to bake.
What spices are included in this recipe?
The recipe uses a blend of cinnamon, ground cloves, ground ginger, and nutmeg.
Should I use bleached or unbleached flour?
The recipe specifies 2 1/4 cups of unbleached all-purpose flour.
Can I add nuts to the bread?
Yes, you can optionally fold in chopped nuts such as walnuts or pecans.
Are raisins recommended for this recipe?
Yes, plumped raisins are an optional addition that can be folded into the batter.
How do I know when the bread is finished baking?
The bread is done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
How much sugar is used in the recipe?
The recipe calls for 1 1/2 cups of granulated sugar.
How much vanilla extract is needed?
The recipe uses 2 teaspoons of pure vanilla extract.
Do I need to mix the dry ingredients separately?
Yes, whisk the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and spices together in a separate bowl before adding them to the wet mixture.
What is the best way to prepare the baking pans?
Grease and flour two 8-inch loaf pans or line mini muffin cups with paper liners.
How full should I fill the muffin cups or loaf pans?
Fill each pan or muffin cup about 3/4 full with batter.
Should I over-mix the batter?
No, you should stir the dry ingredients into the wet mixture just until combined to avoid over-mixing.
What is the recommended cooling process?
Allow the bread or muffins to cool in the pans for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
How much salt does the recipe require?
The recipe uses 1 teaspoon of table salt.
What kind of nutmeg should I use?
You can use either freshly grated or ground nutmeg.
Is this recipe good for meal prep?
Yes, because it yields a large amount and freezes well, it is ideal for meal prep.
Can I use freshly mashed sweet potatoes?
Yes, 1 1/2 cups of freshly mashed sweet potatoes are perfect for this recipe.
Does this recipe use baking soda or baking powder?
It uses both: 1 1/2 teaspoons of baking powder and 1 1/2 teaspoons of baking soda.
What is the texture of the bread?
The bread is described as decadent, rich, and moist.
What size loaf pans are recommended?
The recipe recommends using 8-inch loaf pans.
Is this a quick bread or a yeast bread?
This is a quick bread recipe, meaning it uses chemical leaveners like baking powder instead of yeast.