Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Sweet Potato Cornbread, a perfect blend of natural sweetness and rustic texture that enhances any meal or serves as a tasty snack. This easy-to-follow recipe highlights the rich flavor of sweet potatoes, making it an ideal companion for family gatherings, holiday feasts, or a cozy night in. Whether enjoyed warm with a pat of butter or paired with savory dishes, this cornbread is sure to become a cherished staple at your table.
Ingredients
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- 1¼ cups yellow cornmeal
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ⅛-¼ teaspoon clove
- ⅛-¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1 cup cooked sweet potatoes (pureed)
- 2 eggs, room temperature
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- ½ cup melted butter
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 4 tablespoons butter (for glaze)
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar (for glaze)
- 2 tablespoons honey (for glaze)
- pinch of salt (for glaze)
- pinch of cinnamon (for glaze)
Instructions
- Prepare Sweet Potato Puree: Boil cubed sweet potatoes until tender, then mash until smooth.
- Preheat Oven: Set oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease an 8-inch glass baking dish.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, and spices.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, combine sweet potato puree with eggs, melted butter, and buttermilk.
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients until combined; do not overmix.
- Bake: Pour batter into the prepared dish and bake for about 40 minutes or until set.
- Glaze (optional): Brush melted butter and brown sugar mixture over warm cornbread before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg