Braided Sweet Potato Bread Recipe

Name: Braided Sweet Potato Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pkg yeast, active dry; 1/4 cup water warm; 1/4 cup safflower oil; 1 teaspoon thyme; 1 1/2 cup sweet potatoes, or yams sweet potato, mashed; 3 tablespoons honey; 1 cup soy milk; 3 cups whole wheat flour; 1 cup flour, all-purpose; 1/2 cup cornmeal; 1 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 x soy milk for brushing loaves

Servings: persons

1 pkg yeast, active dry
1/4 cup water warm
1/4 cup safflower oil
1 teaspoon thyme
1 1/2 cup sweet potatoes, or yams sweet potato, mashed
3 tablespoons honey
1 cup soy milk
3 cups whole wheat flour
1 cup flour, all-purpose
1/2 cup cornmeal
1 1/2 teaspoon salt
1 x soy milk for brushing loaves

1
Combine yeast & water & let stand for 10 minutes.
2
Stir in oil & thyme, followed by potatoes, honey & soymilk.
3
Stir gently until mixture is smooth.
4
In another bowl, combine flours, cornmeal & salt.
5
Make a well in the centre & pour in wet mixture.
6
Mix together, then knead in a floured bowl for 10 minutes.
7
Let rise, covered until doubled in bulk.
8
Punch down dough & divide into 6 pieces.
9
Roll each piece into a long coil with hands, about 1-inch in diameter.
10
To make each loaf, braid 3 coils & pinch ends together.
11
Place on a floured baking sheet, cover with damp cloth & let rise until doubled in bulk.
12
Brush tops with soymilk & bake in a preheated 350F (180C) for 40 to 50 minutes, until tops are golden.

739

kcal

Calories

Fat

125

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pkg yeast, active dry, 1/4 cup water warm, 1/4 cup safflower oil, 1 teaspoon thyme, and more.

Yes, Braided Sweet Potato Bread falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Braided Sweet Potato Bread

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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