Sweet Potato Cornbread

This sweet potato cornbread brings back memories of family dinners and holiday feasts, where the table was filled with comforting dishes that everyone loved. The sweet potato adds a delightful twist to the classic cornbread, making it moist and flavorful. Perfect as a side dish or a snack, give this recipe a try and bring a touch of warmth to your meals!

Ingredients

  • 1 cup mashed sweet potato (about 1 large sweet potato)
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup honey

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9-inch square baking pan or cast-iron skillet.
  2. Prepare Sweet Potato: Peel and dice the sweet potato. Boil in a pot of water until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and mash until smooth. Measure out 1 cup of mashed sweet potato.
  3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  4. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the mashed sweet potato, buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, and honey until well combined.
  5. Combine and Bake: Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan or skillet.
  6. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow to cool slightly before serving.

Servings and Timing

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45-50 minutes
  • Yield: 9 servings

Notes

  • For extra flavor, try adding a handful of chopped pecans or a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar on top before baking.
  • This cornbread pairs beautifully with soups, chili, or your favorite holiday roast.

Conclusion

This Sweet Potato Cornbread is a comforting, flavorful twist on the traditional cornbread recipe. The sweet potato adds moisture and a hint of sweetness, making it perfect for any occasion—from holiday dinners to everyday meals. Serve it warm and watch it disappear quickly!

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Sweet Potato Cornbread


  • Author: Lina Judi
  • Total Time: 45 minutes

Description

 

This sweet potato cornbread brings back memories of family dinners and holiday feasts, where the table was filled with comforting dishes that everyone loved. The sweet potato adds a delightful twist to the classic cornbread, making it moist and flavorful. Perfect as a side dish or a snack, give this recipe a try and bring a touch of warmth to your meals!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup mashed sweet potato (about 1 large sweet potato)
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup honey

Instructions

  • Preheat Oven:
    Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9-inch square baking pan or cast-iron skillet.
  • Prepare Sweet Potato:
    Peel and dice the sweet potato. Boil in a pot of water until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and mash until smooth. Measure out 1 cup of mashed sweet potato.
  • Mix Dry Ingredients:
    In a large bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  • Mix Wet Ingredients:
    In a separate bowl, whisk together the mashed sweet potato, buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, and honey until well combined.
  • Combine and Bake:
    Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan or skillet.
  • Bake:
    Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow to cool slightly before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can add a handful of chopped pecans or shredded cheese to the batter before baking.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes

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