Cranberry-Sweet Potato Bread

Vegetarian
Dairy Free
Cranberry-Sweet Potato Bread
120 min.
24
262kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Cranberry-Sweet Potato Bread, a perfect blend of sweetness and warmth that will elevate your baking game. This vegetarian and dairy-free recipe is not only a treat for your taste buds but also a wholesome option for those seeking a healthier alternative. With its vibrant orange hue from the sweet potatoes and the tartness of dried cranberries, this bread is as visually appealing as it is delicious.

Imagine the aroma wafting through your kitchen as this bread bakes to perfection, creating a cozy atmosphere that invites family and friends to gather around. Each slice is a harmonious balance of moist, tender crumb and crunchy pecans, making it an ideal companion for breakfast, brunch, or even as a snack throughout the day. Plus, with 24 servings, it’s perfect for sharing at gatherings or simply enjoying throughout the week.

Whether you’re a seasoned baker or just starting out, this recipe is straightforward and rewarding. The combination of sweet potatoes and cranberries not only adds flavor but also packs in nutrients, making this bread a guilt-free indulgence. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a deliciously unique bread that will impress everyone at your table!

Ingredients

  • 2.3 cups sugar 
  • 0.7 cup water 
  • 0.7 cup vegetable oil 
  • teaspoon vanilla 
  • 1.3 lb rum cooked mashed
  •  eggs 
  • 3.3 cups flour all-purpose
  • teaspoons baking soda 
  • 1.5 teaspoons salt 
  • teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 0.5 teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.5 teaspoon nutmeg 
  • cup cranberries dried sweetened
  • cup pecans chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • loaf pan
  • toothpicks

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour 2 (8x4-inch) loaf pans or 1 (9x5-inch) loaf pan. In large bowl, mix sugar, water, oil, vanilla, sweet potatoes and eggs until well blended.
  2. In medium bowl, mix flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, baking powder and nutmeg.
  3. Add to sweet potato mixture; stir just until dry ingredients are moistened. Stir ¡n cranberries and pecans. Divide batter evenly between 8-inch pans or spoon into 9-inch pan.
  4. Bake 60 to 70 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 15 minutes in pans on cooling rack.
  5. Loosen sides of loaves from pans; remove from pans and place top side up on cooling rack. Cool completely, about 2 hours, before slicing. Wrap tightly and store at room temperature up to 4 days, or refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts

Calories262kcal
Protein5.93%
Fat23.23%
Carbs70.84%

Properties

Glycemic Index
14.05
Glycemic Load
23.21
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
4.5878261411967%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.52mg
Delphinidin
0.34mg
Catechin
0.33mg
Epigallocatechin
0.26mg
Epicatechin
0.04mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.1mg
Myricetin
0.12mg
Quercetin
0.23mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:261.71kcal
13.09%
Fat:5.48g
8.43%
Saturated Fat:0.74g
4.61%
Carbohydrates:37.61g
12.54%
Net Carbohydrates:36.39g
13.23%
Sugar:23.36g
25.96%
Cholesterol:27.28mg
9.09%
Sodium:257.18mg
11.18%
Alcohol:7.95g
100%
Alcohol %:11.06%
100%
Protein:3.15g
6.3%
Manganese:0.36mg
17.99%
Selenium:8.46µg
12.09%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.43%
Folate:36.25µg
9.06%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.73%
Iron:1.11mg
6.15%
Vitamin B3:1.12mg
5.58%
Phosphorus:49.18mg
4.92%
Fiber:1.23g
4.9%
Copper:0.1mg
4.81%
Zinc:0.44mg
2.95%
Vitamin K:2.87µg
2.73%
Magnesium:10.64mg
2.66%
Vitamin E:0.36mg
2.39%
Vitamin B5:0.24mg
2.39%
Calcium:16.65mg
1.67%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.6%
Potassium:51.45mg
1.47%
Vitamin B12:0.07µg
1.09%