Sweet Potato-Streusel Quick Bread

Vegetarian
Health score
3%
Sweet Potato-Streusel Quick Bread
45 min.
16
171kcal

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Welcome to the delightful world of baking with our Sweet Potato-Streusel Quick Bread! If you’re on the hunt for a scrumptious breakfast or brunch recipe that marries health and flavor, look no further. This vegetarian-friendly treat not only captures the essence of a cozy morning but also showcases the natural sweetness and creaminess of sweet potatoes, which pack essential nutrients into every slice.

Imagine the aroma of warm spices wafting through your kitchen as this quick bread bakes to perfection. The distinctive blend of ground cinnamon and nutmeg creates a comforting atmosphere reminiscent of homemade treats, while the rich darkness of brown sugar adds depth and flavor. With the added crunch of chopped pecans and a delectable streusel topping, each bite is a delightful contrast of textures.

At just 171 calories per serving, this quick bread is ideal for those looking to indulge without the guilt. Whether you enjoy it as a morning meal, an afternoon treat, or even as a dessert, it’s sure to impress both family and friends. In under an hour, you can whip up a batch, fill your home with amazing scents, and serve something that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Get your baking gear ready, and let’s create something unforgettable!

Ingredients

  • teaspoons double-acting baking powder 
  • teaspoons butter 
  • 0.8 cup t brown sugar dark packed
  • tablespoons t brown sugar dark
  • large eggs lightly beaten
  • 1.5 cups flour all-purpose
  • teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 0.3 teaspoon nutmeg 
  • 0.7 cup orange juice fresh
  • 0.3 cup pecans chopped
  • 0.8 teaspoon salt 
  • 12 ounces sweet potatoes and into 
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 
  • 0.5 cup flour whole wheat

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • paper towels
  • oven
  • knife
  • whisk
  • wire rack
  • loaf pan
  • microwave
  • measuring cup

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 35
  2. Pierce potato with a fork; place on a paper towel in microwave oven. Microwave at high 7 minutes, turning after 4 minutes. Wrap potato in paper towel; let stand 5 minutes. Peel potato; mash to measure 1 cup.
  3. Place butter in a small microwave-safe bowl. Microwave at medium 20 seconds or until soft. Stir in pecans and 2 tablespoons sugar.
  4. Lightly spoon flours into dry measuring cups; level with a knife.
  5. Combine all-purpose flour and next 6 ingredients (all-purpose flour through nutmeg) in a large bowl, stirring with a whisk.
  6. Add mashed sweet potato, juice, oil, and egg, stirring until well blended.
  7. Spoon batter into an 8 x 4-inch loaf pan coated with cooking spray. Drop pecan mixture by spoonfuls over top of loaf; gently press into batter.
  8. Bake at 350 for 1 hour or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan 5 minutes on a wire rack.
  9. Remove from pan; cool completely on wire rack.

Nutrition Facts

Calories171kcal
Protein6.27%
Fat26.98%
Carbs66.75%

Properties

Glycemic Index
25.75
Glycemic Load
9.27
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
8.124782629635%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.24mg
Delphinidin
0.17mg
Catechin
0.16mg
Epigallocatechin
0.13mg
Epicatechin
0.02mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.05mg
Eriodictyol
0.02mg
Hesperetin
1.23mg
Naringenin
0.22mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:171.15kcal
8.56%
Fat:5.24g
8.06%
Saturated Fat:1g
6.23%
Carbohydrates:29.18g
9.73%
Net Carbohydrates:27.51g
10%
Sugar:13.38g
14.86%
Cholesterol:12.97mg
4.32%
Sodium:185.9mg
8.08%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.74g
5.48%
Vitamin A:3071.63IU
61.43%
Manganese:0.42mg
21.12%
Selenium:7.63µg
10.9%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
10.21%
Folate:30.67µg
7.67%
Vitamin C:5.71mg
6.92%
Fiber:1.67g
6.67%
Phosphorus:62mg
6.2%
Iron:1.09mg
6.07%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
5.74%
Calcium:54.6mg
5.46%
Vitamin B3:1.08mg
5.41%
Copper:0.1mg
5.24%
Vitamin K:5.36µg
5.11%
Magnesium:18.64mg
4.66%
Potassium:148.73mg
4.25%
Vitamin B6:0.08mg
4.21%
Vitamin B5:0.35mg
3.48%
Zinc:0.4mg
2.66%
Vitamin E:0.38mg
2.56%
Source:My Recipes