Sweet Potato Corn Bread

Vegetarian
Health score
9%
Sweet Potato Corn Bread
45 min.
10
411kcal

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Sweet Potato Corn Bread: A Vegetarian Delight

Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Sweet Potato Corn Bread, a vegetarian recipe that promises to be a hit at any gathering. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, this dish is perfect for those busy days when you still want to impress your family and friends with a homemade treat. Serving 10 persons, this Sweet Potato Corn Bread is not only delicious but also quite satisfying, offering a well-balanced caloric profile with 411 kcal per serving.

The star of this recipe is, of course, the combination of sweet potatoes and yellow cornmeal, which creates a unique taste and texture that's sure to please any palate. The use of buttermilk and a blend of spices like ground ginger adds a tangy and slightly spicy note that complements the natural sweetness of the sweet potatoes. The result is a moist, tender, and flavorful bread that's perfect as a side dish or a snack.

Baking this Sweet Potato Corn Bread is a breeze, requiring only a few basic pieces of equipment that most home cooks already have in their kitchens. From a bowl and a frying pan to an oven and a whisk, you'll be guided through the process step by step, ensuring that your final product is as delicious as it is beautiful. Plus, this recipe is versatile – any leftover bread can be stored and enjoyed for up to two days at room temperature or frozen for up to two weeks, making it a perfect make-ahead dish for any occasion.

Whether you're a seasoned baker or a cooking enthusiast looking to expand your repertoire, this Sweet Potato Corn Bread is a must-try. So, grab your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to savor a slice of comfort food that's as good for you as it is delicious.

Ingredients

  • cup flour 
  • tablespoon double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda 
  • 1.5 cups buttermilk 
  • large eggs 
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground ginger 
  • 1.3 pounds cubes red-skinned sweet potato (yams)
  • 1.5 teaspoons salt 
  • 0.5 cup sugar 
  • 0.5 cup butter unsalted chilled cut into 1/2-inch pieces (1 stick)
  • 2.3 cups cornmeal yellow

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • baking pan
  • microwave

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Butter 9 x 9 x 2-inch baking pan. Pierce sweet potatoes in several places. Microwave on high until tender, turning once, about 12 minutes.
  2. Cut open and cool. Mash enough potatoes to yield 1 cup packed (reserve remaining potatoes for another use).
  3. Place 1 cup mashed potatoes in large bowl.
  4. Whisk in eggs and buttermilk.
  5. Blend cornmeal and next 6 ingredients in processor.
  6. Add butter and blend until mixture resembles coarse meal.
  7. Add to egg mixture. Stir just until blended.
  8. Transfer to prepared pan.
  9. Bake corn bread until deep golden on top and tester inserted into center comes out clean, about 45 minutes. Cool in pan on rack. (Can be made ahead. Cover and let stand at room temperature up to 2 days or freeze up to 2 weeks. Thaw at room temperature.)

Nutrition Facts

Calories411kcal
Protein9.52%
Fat31.99%
Carbs58.49%

Properties

Glycemic Index
33.66
Glycemic Load
30.87
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
17.987826015638%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:410.6kcal
20.53%
Fat:14.72g
22.65%
Saturated Fat:7.57g
47.29%
Carbohydrates:60.56g
20.19%
Net Carbohydrates:54.86g
19.95%
Sugar:16.11g
17.9%
Cholesterol:102.76mg
34.25%
Sodium:620.45mg
26.98%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:9.86g
19.72%
Vitamin A:11347.47IU
226.95%
Manganese:0.63mg
31.52%
Fiber:5.71g
22.82%
Phosphorus:226.89mg
22.69%
Vitamin B6:0.43mg
21.71%
Selenium:14.25µg
20.36%
Vitamin B1:0.3mg
19.71%
Vitamin B2:0.32mg
18.56%
Magnesium:64.42mg
16.11%
Calcium:151.86mg
15.19%
Iron:2.59mg
14.41%
Potassium:482.25mg
13.78%
Vitamin C:11.11mg
13.47%
Vitamin B3:2.55mg
12.77%
Folate:50.44µg
12.61%
Vitamin B5:1.23mg
12.33%
Zinc:1.83mg
12.19%
Copper:0.23mg
11.28%
Vitamin E:1.05mg
6.97%
Vitamin D:1.04µg
6.92%
Vitamin B12:0.36µg
6.05%
Vitamin K:2.38µg
2.27%
Source:Epicurious