Sweet Potato Nut Bread Recipe

Name: Sweet Potato Nut Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 c. Crisco shortening; 1 1/4 c. sugar; 1 c. cooked cold mashed sweet potatoes (about 2); 1 3/4 c. all-purpose flour; 1 1/4 tsp. cinnamon; 1 tsp. baking soda; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1/3 c. water; 1/2 c. chopped walnuts or pecans; 1 1/2 tsp. vanilla; 1/2 c. raisins (optional); 2 eggs

Servings: persons

1/2 c. Crisco shortening
1 1/4 c. sugar
1 c. cooked cold mashed sweet potatoes (about 2)
1 3/4 c. all-purpose flour
1 1/4 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1/3 c. water
1/2 c. chopped walnuts or pecans
1 1/2 tsp. vanilla
1/2 c. raisins (optional)
2 eggs

1
Heat oven to 375u00b0.
2
Grease a 9 x 5 x 3-inch loaf pan.
3
Combine Crisco and sugar in large bowl.
4
Beat at low speed until blended. Increase speed to medium; add eggs, one at a time.
5
Beat well; add sweet potatoes and mix well.
6
Combine flour, nutmeg, cinnamon, baking soda and salt.
7
Add to mixture alternately with water.
8
Mix well at medium low speed.
9
Add nuts, vanilla and raisins; spread mixture in loaf pan.
10
Bake at 375u00b0 for 60 to 70 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
11
Cool in pan for 10 minutes.

1001

kcal

Calories

Fat

173

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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
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: 1/2 c. Crisco shortening, 1 1/4 c. sugar, 1 c. cooked cold mashed sweet potatoes (about 2), 1 3/4 c. all-purpose flour, and more.

Yes, Sweet Potato Nut 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!

Sweet Potato Nut Bread

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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