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Healthy Sweet Potato Bread Recipe

February 22, 2021 · In: Bread, From Scratch Cooking

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Healthy sweet potato bread is so easy to make, absolutely delicious and the best part is, this recipe doesn’t use any refined sugar! This quick bread is moist and full of warm spices. It’s perfect for a nice snack or even breakfast. If you love everything pumpkin spice, give this healthy sweet potato bread a try!

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** UPDATED JULY 19, 2022**

I’ve been making sweet potato bread for a while now, and it’s one my absolute favorite quick breads to make! It’s moist, delicious and full of warm spices. I decided to make a healthier version and it’s so good! My family loves to have this for breakfast or a snack, and I can feel better about it because there’s no refined sugar!

If you love all things pumpkin spice, I’d highly recommend trying out sweet potatoes instead. If you want to learn how to make sweet potato puree yourself to use in recipes like this one, or my sweet potato pancakes, I have a whole blog post about it. Check it out here!

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HOW TO MAKE HEALTHY SWEET POTATO BREAD

TOOLS YOU MAY NEED

  • Electric mixer or spoon and mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Liquid measuring cup
  • Mixing spoon or spatula
  • Parchment paper
  • One 9″ x 5″ loaf pan
  • Cooling rack

INGREDIENTS

  • 1¾ cups all purpose unbleached flour
  • 2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp all spice or pumpkin pie spice
  • 1½ cups sweet potato puree
  • ¾ cup pure maple syrup or honey
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/4 cup oil avocado, grapeseed, olive oil or coconut oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

DIRECTIONS FOR HOW TO MAKE HEALTHY SWEET POTATO BREAD

In the bowl of a stand mixer (or using an electric mixer), mix together the dry ingredients: flour, cinnamon, baking soda, salt and all spice.

Add in the wet ingredients: sweet potato puree, honey (or maple syrup), eggs and oil. Mix until just combined.

Pour batter into a prepared loaf pan (see tips) and bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour or until a toothpick comes out clean.

All the bread to cool slightly before enjyoing!

NOTES

  • Prepare your loaf pan by adding a small amount of vegetable or coconut oil and rubbing it on all sides. Then add your parchment paper on top. The oil will help the parchment paper stick to the sides and be easier to work with.
  • You can use my homemade sweet potato puree recipe or canned sweet potatoes in this sweet potato bread! Pumpkin puree can be substituted as well.
  • Adding your favorite chocolate chips into this recipe really elevates the bread!

STORAGE

  • FREEZING: If you want, you can freeze this healthy sweet potato bread. Simply wrap the cooled loaf (whole, not cut) in a few layers of plastic wrap. Place the loaf in a gallon freezer bag, making sure no air is left in the bag, and place in the freezer. Ideally, it’s best to eat within 4 months of freezing.
  • Freezing this sweet potato bread may result in a slightly drier texture. If that happens, that can be remedied by popping a slice in the microwave for 15 to 30 seconds and then slathering it in butter, margarine or coconut oil!
  • Allow the bread to defrost at room temperature before you use it.
  • STORAGE: Store this quick bread in an airtight container on the counter for up to three days. You can also store the bread in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Healthy Sweet Potato Bread Recipe

5 from 10 votes
Healthy sweet potato bread is so easy to make, absolutely delicious and the best part is, this recipe doesn't use any refined sugar! This quick bread is moist and full of warm spices. It's perfect for a nice snack or even breakfast. If you love everything pumpkin spice, give this sweet potato bread a try!
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Prep Time:10 minutes mins
Cook Time:1 hour hr
Total Time:1 hour hr 10 minutes mins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Keyword: healthy bread, healthy sweet potato bread, quick bread, sweet potato bread

Equipment

  • Electric mixer or spoon and mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Liquid measuring cup
  • Mixing spoon or spatula
  • Parchment paper
  • One 9″ x 5″ loaf pan
  • Cooling rack

Ingredients

  • 1¾ cups all purpose unbleached flour
  • 2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp all spice or pumpkin pie spice
  • 1½ cups sweet potato puree
  • ¾ cup pure maple syrup or honey
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/4 cup oil avocado, grapeseed, olive oil or coconut oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  • In the bowl of a stand mixer (or using an electric mixer), mix together the dry ingredients: flour, cinnamon, baking soda, salt and all spice.
  • Add in the wet ingredients: sweet potato puree, maple syrup, eggs , vanilla and oil. Mix until just combined.
  • Pour batter into a prepared loaf pan (see tips) and bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour or until a toothpick comes out clean.

Notes

  • Prepare your loaf pan by adding a small amount of vegetable or coconut oil and rubbing it on all sides. Then add your parchment paper on top. The oil will help the parchment paper stick to the sides and be easier to work with.
  • You can use my sweet potato puree recipe or buy canned sweet potatoes in this sweet potato bread! Pumpkin puree can also be substituted as well.
  • Adding your favorite chocolate chips into this recipe really elevates the bread!

LOOKING FOR OTHER QUICK BREAD RECIPES?

Looking for more simple recipes like this healthy sweet potato bread? Check these out:

  • Spiced Zucchini Bread Recipe
  • Spiced Apple Pecan Bread
  • Banana Nut Bread
  • Beer Bread Without Self-Rising Flour

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  1. Erika says

    February 23, 2021 at 8:01 am

    5 stars
    I can’t wait to make this over the weekend. This looks so delicious!!!!

    Reply
    • aspenonmain says

      February 23, 2021 at 10:04 am

      Thank you! I hope you enjoy!

      Reply
  2. Gabriela Herrera says

    February 23, 2021 at 7:06 pm

    5 stars
    This looks so good and I love that it doesnt require yeast. Thank you so much.

    Reply
    • aspenonmain says

      February 23, 2021 at 7:43 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  3. Freya says

    February 24, 2021 at 7:03 am

    5 stars
    Delicious recipe! I love potato bread but this recipe seems so simple and yummy!

    Reply
    • aspenonmain says

      February 24, 2021 at 8:14 am

      Thank you!

      Reply
  4. Kimberlie says

    February 24, 2021 at 7:15 am

    You have no idea how excited this makes me. I love sweet potatoes and have been avoiding breads, but now there seems to be a way to have both. Oh happy day!

    Reply
    • aspenonmain says

      February 24, 2021 at 8:13 am

      Yay! I hope you enjoy it!!

      Reply
  5. Barbie Gomez says

    February 24, 2021 at 7:21 am

    Wow! This looks so good!!!!

    Reply
    • aspenonmain says

      February 24, 2021 at 8:13 am

      Thank you!

      Reply
  6. Kat @The Hobbit Hold says

    February 24, 2021 at 8:19 am

    5 stars
    This looks delish! I love sweet potato fries, though it has never occurred to me that you can make bread out of it. I love that you are using healthy ingredients, and I’d love to try it soon. Thank you for sharing.

    Reply
    • aspenonmain says

      February 24, 2021 at 8:33 am

      Thank you! I love sweet potato fries too! I hope you enjoy if you make it!

      Reply
  7. Jericka A says

    February 27, 2021 at 9:04 am

    5 stars
    Wow, so easy and looks delicious!

    Reply
    • aspenonmain says

      February 27, 2021 at 9:05 am

      Thank you!

      Reply
  8. Victoria says

    February 27, 2021 at 9:34 am

    I need to make this, this looks so good!!

    Reply
    • aspenonmain says

      February 27, 2021 at 10:08 am

      Thank you! I hope you enjoy if you make it!

      Reply
  9. Emily Flint says

    February 27, 2021 at 9:52 am

    5 stars
    I swear I can smell this bread through my phone! I can’t wait too get my hands on some sweet potatoes so I can make this!

    Reply
    • aspenonmain says

      February 27, 2021 at 10:09 am

      It’s so good! I hope you enjoy it if you make it 🙂

      Reply
  10. Ashly Delapaz says

    February 27, 2021 at 10:29 am

    My mind is blown. Sweet potato bread! I love sweet potatoes but I’ve never heard of this. I’ll most definitely be trying this recipe out ?

    Reply
    • aspenonmain says

      February 27, 2021 at 11:42 am

      I hope you enjoy! 🙂

      Reply
  11. Chocoviv says

    February 27, 2021 at 11:00 am

    Sounds delicious! Can I Reblog this?

    Reply
    • aspenonmain says

      February 27, 2021 at 11:42 am

      Thank you!

      Reply
      • Chocoviv says

        February 27, 2021 at 2:11 pm

        Great! I will tag you

        Reply
  12. Gina Abernathy says

    February 27, 2021 at 1:45 pm

    5 stars
    I love an easy recipe. I bet your house smells amazing while this is baking? I am also a big fan of sweet potatoes. We usually buy sweet potatoes by the box!

    Reply
    • aspenonmain says

      February 28, 2021 at 4:02 pm

      Yes, it does smell amazing when I bake this! Sweet potatoes have become one of my favorites over the last few years!

      Reply
  13. Sue says

    February 27, 2021 at 3:05 pm

    5 stars
    This looks so amazing and I can’t believe there’s no refined sugar!

    Reply
    • aspenonmain says

      February 28, 2021 at 4:02 pm

      Thank you! Yes, makes me feel a little less guilty eating it!

      Reply
  14. Monique says

    March 2, 2021 at 3:02 am

    Yum! I love sweet potato bread, and more that it’s healthy! Thanks for sharing this! Hopefully will do this over the weekend.

    http://www.lifebeginsattwenty.com

    Reply
    • aspenonmain says

      March 2, 2021 at 8:48 am

      Thank you! I hope you enjoy!

      Reply
  15. A Big Girl in a Big City says

    March 6, 2021 at 8:40 am

    I love the sound of this! I heard about sweet potato bread but never tried it before… Do you think I can try this recipe without the eggs? (I’m vegan).
    I can always try and see how it goes 🙂

    Reply
    • aspenonmain says

      March 6, 2021 at 8:58 am

      Thank you! I’ve never tried it without eggs, but you could always try flax eggs or even dairy free yogurt. If you try it, I’d love to know how it turns out!

      Reply
  16. Danielle says

    April 7, 2021 at 9:14 pm

    5 stars
    This looks delicious, can’t wait to make it!

    Reply
  17. Molly says

    December 1, 2022 at 1:33 am

    Reading all the comments posted , no one actually made the recipe. I followed your recipe exactly, even with 3/4 cup of maple syrup, the loaf was only I mildly sweet. But it could be the potatoes were not as sweet as yours. I would add more syrup next time. The spice is right. I think next time I would increase the oil to 1/2 C. One hour is too long, I’d check the loaf at 50 minutes. I add pecans for texture. Thank you for creating a healthy recipe.

    Reply
    • thesimplehomeplace says

      December 8, 2022 at 12:56 pm

      Thanks for the feedback! This loaf definitely isn’t super sweet, but I appreciate the notes!

      Reply
  18. Nikki says

    August 25, 2023 at 1:48 pm

    Hello! Could I add some vegan protein powder? If yes, do I need to up the liquids? I’d like to make it more “whole” with added protein. Thank you!

    Reply
    • thesimplehomeplace says

      August 27, 2023 at 3:49 pm

      Hey Nikki! Great question. I’ve never tried this, but I would do one of two things. I would either replace some of the flour with the protein powder or yes, I would up the liquids, probably the apple juice. I hope that helps and I’d love to hear how it turns out if you try it out 🙂

      Reply
  19. Wilda says

    December 19, 2023 at 4:29 pm

    I made this lovely quick bread earlier today and was delighted with the results. Just wanted to thank you for sharing. Sweet potatoes are a staple in our home and I like using the leftovers in soups, curry sauces and, now, your recipe.

    Reply
    • thesimplehomeplace says

      December 19, 2023 at 7:26 pm

      Thank you so much for the comment and I’m so happy you enjoyed the sweet potato bread!

      Reply
  20. Tracy Vaillant says

    January 12, 2025 at 5:47 am

    5 stars
    This bread turned out great! Not too sweet. I used Chinese five spice instead of all spice and put some walnut pieces on top. I baked it it for about 70 minutes. Texture is perfect, nice and moist with a slightly crunchy crust. Will definitely make this again.

    Reply
    • thesimplehomeplace says

      January 13, 2025 at 7:38 am

      Oh yay, I’m so glad you liked it!!

      Reply
  21. Marija says

    February 8, 2025 at 5:55 pm

    This was so good! My whole family loved it. I doubled the recipe and made one loaf along with a batch of muffins. Not too sweet but perfect for us and my kids didn’t want to stop eating it. They couldn’t believe it was sweet potato because they don’t like sweet potato but this recipe is so perfectly done with the right amount of the perfect ingredients. I used all spice. Thanks, this will be one of our new favourites!

    Reply
    • thesimplehomeplace says

      February 10, 2025 at 9:52 am

      Yay! I’m so glad you and your family enjoyed it 🙂

      Reply

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