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Sweet Potato Cornbread

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Sweet potato cornbread is a delightful twist on traditional cornbread, offering a moist, fluffy texture with a hint of natural sweetness. Perfect for cozy gatherings, this dish fills your kitchen with warmth and makes every meal feel special. Whether you serve it as a side or enjoy it as a snack, each bite delivers comfort and nostalgia. This easy-to-follow recipe will have everyone asking for more!

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: Serves about 8

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 ½ cups medium ground cornmeal
  • 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes (about 2 medium sweet potatoes)
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • ½ cup whole milk (or almond milk)
  • 2 large eggs
  • ¼ cup melted butter
  • ¼ cup sugar (brown sugar optional)
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease an 8-inch square baking pan.
  2. Boil and mash sweet potatoes until smooth.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together cornmeal, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
  4. In another bowl, mix mashed sweet potatoes with milk, melted butter, and eggs until creamy.
  5. Gradually combine wet ingredients with dry ingredients; stir gently until just mixed.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Author: DANIEL LAWSON
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Side
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 piece (60g)
  • Calories: 190
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg