Sweet Potato Yeast Bread Recipe

Name: Sweet Potato Yeast Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast; 1-3/4 cups warm water (110u00b0 to 115u00b0); 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes (without added milk and butter); 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon butter, softened, divided; 1/2 cup honey; 1 egg; 2 teaspoons salt; 3 cups whole wheat flour; 3-1/4 to 3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 cup butter, softened; 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened; 1/3 cup finely chopped walnuts, toasted

Servings: persons

2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast
1-3/4 cups warm water (110u00b0 to 115u00b0)
1 cup mashed sweet potatoes (without added milk and butter)
1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon butter, softened, divided
1/2 cup honey
1 egg
2 teaspoons salt
3 cups whole wheat flour
3-1/4 to 3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup butter, softened
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/3 cup finely chopped walnuts, toasted

1
In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the sweet potatoes, 1/2 cup butter, honey, egg, salt and whole wheat flour. Beat until smooth. Stir in enough all-purpose flour to form a soft dough.
2
Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
3
Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; divide in half. Shape into loaves. Place in two greased 9x5-in. loaf pans. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 25 minutes.
4
Bake at 375u00b0 for 40-45 minutes or until golden brown (cover loosely with foil if top browns too quickly). Remove from pans to wire racks. Melt remaining butter; brush over warm bread. Cool.
5
In a small bowl, beat butter and cream cheese until fluffy. Stir in walnuts. Serve with bread.

1603

kcal

Calories

Fat

163

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.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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: 2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast, 1-3/4 cups warm water (110u00b0 to 115u00b0), 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes (without added milk and butter), 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon butter, softened, divided, and more.

Yes, Sweet Potato Yeast 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 Yeast Bread

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