How to Make Southern Sweet Potato Bread with Pecans - A Step-by-Step Guide

Southern Sweet Potato Bread with Pecans is a delightful and flavorful dessert bread that perfectly captures the essence of Southern comfort cuisine. With its rich, velvety texture and natural sweetness, this bread is a wonderful addition to any meal or as a delightful snack on its own.

This recipe is a perfect way to use up any leftover sweet potatoes from a holiday gathering or simply to enjoy the comforting flavors of the South. The addition of pecans adds a delightful crunch and nu...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1 cup cooked and mashed sweet potatoes
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • ½ cup golden raisins

Information

  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 1 loaf

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F ( 165 degrees C ). Grease an 8x4 inch loaf pan.
  • In a medium bowl, stir together the flour, baking powder, salt, nutmeg cinnamon, and sugar. Add the eggs, oil, and milk; mix until well blended. Finally, stir in the mashed sweet potatoes, pecans, and golden raisins. Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
  • Bake for 70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow bread to cool in the pan at least 15 minutes before removing. For best flavor, store overnight before serving.
  • Nutrition

    314 cal.

    • Total Fat: 17g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 31mg
    • Sodium: 150mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 39g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 22g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 72mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 195mg