Sweet Potato Pone Bread Recipe

Indulge in the irresistible sweetness of Mildred's legendary Sweet Potato Pone Bread! This classic recipe, passed down through generations, delivers a moist and tender loaf bursting with the rich flavor of sweet potatoes and warm spices. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a comforting dessert, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite. Get ready to experience the magic of homemade goodness!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 90 mins
Calories 314.2 kcal
Protein 11g
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Ingredients for Sweet Potato Pone Bread

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How to Make Sweet Potato Pone Bread

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, mash the cooked sweet potatoes until smooth.
  3. Add the sugar, eggs, oil, and vanilla extract to the mashed sweet potatoes. Mix well.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Enjoy your delicious homemade Sweet Potato Pone Bread!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

19 g

Sugar

97g

Fat

27g

Carbs

17g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Sweet Potato Pone Bread?

Sweet Potato Pone Bread takes about 110 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 90 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Sweet Potato Pone Bread?

Sweet Potato Pone Bread has approximately 314.2 calories per serving, with about 11 g protein, 17 g carbohydrates and 14 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Sweet Potato Pone Bread?

The key ingredients for Sweet Potato Pone Bread are Sweet Potatoes, Butter, Brown Sugar, Molasses, Buttermilk, Eggs. See the full list with measurements above.

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