Moist, naturally sweet, and packed with fiber and antioxidants — a wholesome bread you’ll want to enjoy any day of the year.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Baking Time: 45–55 minutes
Yield: 1 loaf (8–10 slices)
Ingredients:
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1 ½ cups mashed cooked sweet potato (about 2 medium)
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2 eggs (or flax eggs for vegan)
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¼ cup melted coconut oil or olive oil
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¼ cup pure maple syrup
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 ¾ cups whole wheat flour or oat flour
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1 tsp baking soda
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½ tsp baking powder
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½ tsp sea salt
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1 tsp cinnamon
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½ tsp nutmeg
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½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a loaf pan with parchment.
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In a large bowl, whisk together mashed sweet potato, eggs, oil, maple syrup, and vanilla.
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In another bowl, mix dry ingredients: flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and spices.
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Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed. Fold in nuts.
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Pour batter into loaf pan and bake for 45–55 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
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Cool before slicing.
Crunchy Mama Tip: This bread is delicious toasted with nut butter or enjoyed on its own — a perfect balance of natural sweetness, healthy fats, and fiber to keep you satisfied any time of day.
