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Sweet Potato Cornbread Recipe

Deliciously Moist Sweet Potato Cornbread Recipe to Savor

This Sweet Potato Cornbread Recipe offers a moist and sweet addition to any meal, enhancing your dining experience with comfort and flavor.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Baking
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Cornmeal Use yellow cornmeal for traditional flavor.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour can be substituted.
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder Ensure it’s fresh for best results.
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon Adjust to personal taste.
  • 0.5 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust to your preference.
  • 1 cup Pureed Sweet Potatoes Opt for orange-fleshed varieties.
  • 2 large Eggs Use room temperature for a smoother mix.
  • 1 egg Egg Yolk
  • 0.5 cup Melted Butter Can be substituted with coconut oil.
  • 0.5 cup Buttermilk Can substitute with milk and vinegar.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Optional but recommended.
For the Glaze
  • 0.25 cup Brown Sugar Combine with hot melted butter.
  • 0.25 cup Butter Use unsalted for better control over seasoning.

Equipment

  • 8-inch glass baking dish
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly butter an 8-inch glass baking dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together cornmeal, all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine pureed sweet potatoes, eggs, melted butter, vanilla extract, and buttermilk. Whisk until smooth.
  4. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, folding gently with a spatula until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 20 minutes.
  6. Tent the baking dish with foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes.
  7. In a saucepan, melt butter and mix in brown sugar to prepare the glaze.
  8. Brush the warm cornbread with the glaze before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1.2mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Do not overmix to keep the cornbread light and fluffy.

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