Homemade Sweet Potato Bread Recipe

Welcome to Love With Recipes, where we believe every bite should be a burst of joy and nutrition! 🌟 Today, we’re diving into a recipe that combines the wholesome goodness of sweet potatoes with the heartiness of homemade bread. Lori’s Sweet Potato Bread is not just a treat for your taste buds but also a fantastic way to infuse your diet with vitamin A. Let’s get baking! 🍞🍠

Lori’s Sweet Potato Bread

Cook Time: 35 minutes
Prep Time: 3 hours 15 minutes
Total Time: 3 hours 50 minutes

Description

I just concocted this delightful bread last night, inspired by some dehydrated sweet potato skins that I had been carrying around for ages. Grinding them up in my coffee grinder was quite the labor of love, but it made the final product all the more rewarding. While you can likely find sweet potato flour at a store, nothing beats the satisfaction of making it yourself. This bread is not only delicious but also packed with vitamin A. Enjoy every slice with a smear of honey butter for an extra touch of sweetness! 🧈🍯

Keywords

Vegetable
Under 4 Hours

Ingredients

3 cups warm water
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon honey
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 1/2 teaspoons eggs
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 cups sweet potato flour
1 cup whole wheat flour
1 cup all-purpose flour

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

Calories: 1383.1 kcal
Fat: 41.7 g
Saturated Fat: 6.1 g
Cholesterol: 447 mg
Sodium: 3125.5 mg
Carbohydrates: 185 g
Fiber: 17.2 g
Sugars: 93.7 g
Protein: 77.1 g

Yield

1 loaf

Instructions

Combine Ingredients:
In a large mixing bowl, combine 3 cups of warm water with 1 tablespoon of sugar and 1 tablespoon of yeast. Stir gently and let the mixture stand until it becomes foamy, signaling that the yeast is activated and ready for action. 🌊🍬
Add Sweeteners and Fats:
To the yeast mixture, add 1 tablespoon of honey, 1 1/2 teaspoons of salt, 1 1/2 teaspoons of eggs (about 3 large eggs), and 2 tablespoons of canola oil. Mix everything together until well combined. 🍯🧂🥚
Incorporate Flours:
Gradually add 2 cups of sweet potato flour and 1 cup of whole wheat flour into the wet ingredients. Stir the mixture until it starts to come together. 🌾🍠
Add All-Purpose Flour:
Slowly add enough all-purpose flour (approximately 1 cup) to bind the dough, creating a soft but slightly sticky consistency. 🌾
Knead the Dough:
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead it for about 10 minutes until it is smooth and elastic. This step is crucial for developing the gluten that will give your bread its structure and chew. 💪🍞
First Rise:
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning it to coat all sides with oil. Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm, draft-free place for 2 hours or until it has doubled in size. ⏳🌡️
Punch Down and Shape:
Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release the trapped gases. Shape it into a ball and place it back into the bowl. Cover it again and let it rise for an additional hour. 👊🌀
Prepare for Baking:
Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C), and if you have a baking stone, place it in the oven to heat up for 30 minutes. This step will help achieve a beautiful crust on your bread. 🔥🍞
Shape and Score:
After the second rise, shape the dough into a round loaf. Sprinkle a bit of cornmeal on the heated baking stone or a baking sheet to prevent sticking. Using a sharp knife, cut an “X” on the top of the loaf to allow it to expand properly during baking. ✂️❌
Bake the Bread:
Place the shaped dough on the prepared baking stone or sheet, then immediately reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C). Bake the bread for 35-60 minutes, depending on your oven. The loaf should be golden brown and sound hollow when tapped on the bottom. 🔄⏲️
Cool and Enjoy:
Let the bread cool on a wire rack before slicing. This cooling process helps set the crumb and makes it easier to cut. Enjoy a slice of this delectable sweet potato bread with some honey butter for a truly delightful experience! 🍞🧈

This bread is a testament to how a bit of creativity in the kitchen can turn ordinary ingredients into something extraordinary. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a newbie, this sweet potato bread will bring a smile to your face and warmth to your table. Happy baking! 🍽️❤️