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Overview of Recipe Content
This Sweet Potato Banana Bread is the perfect treat for brunch, snack-time, or that comforting afternoon with a cup of tea. It’s moist, flavorful, and packs the natural sweetness of banana and sweet potato—with a lovely kick of spices. Nutritionally, sweet potatoes offer beta‑carotene and fiber, and bananas bring potassium—making this loaf not just tasty, but a little bit nutritious, too.
What you’ll love:
- Naturally sweet, tender crumb
- Rich autumnal flavors: cinnamon + nutmeg
- Easy to adapt for vegan or gluten‑free diets
Ingredients
- 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes (about 1 medium)
- 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (2–3 bananas)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1½ cups all‑purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp nutmeg (optional)
- ½ cup chopped nuts or chocolate chips (optional)
Tools Needed:
- 9×5″ loaf pan
- Mixing bowls and whisk
- Potato masher or fork
- Spatula
Substitutions & Add‑Ins:
- Oil substitute: melted coconut oil or applesauce (half‑cup)
- Flour variant: use 1:1 gluten‑free flour
- Add‑ins: dried cranberries, raisins, or swirl in peanut butter!
How to Make Sweet Potato Banana Bread
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your loaf pan.
- Prep sweet potato: Peel, cube, and boil until tender. Mash till smooth and let cool.
- Mash bananas in a large bowl; stir in cooled sweet potato.
- Add sugars & oil: Whisk in granulated + brown sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla until silky.
- Mix dry ingredients in another bowl: flour, baking soda, powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg.
- Combine batters gently—fold dry into wet until just mixed (don’t overmix!).
- Stir in nuts or chocolate chips if using.
- Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in pan 10 minutes, then transfer to wire rack. Slice and savor!
I’m always blown away by how these cozy spices swirl into the loaf—it smells and tastes like autumn in every bite!
What to Serve with Sweet Potato Banana Bread
- A steaming mug of chai or black coffee
- Creamy yogurt or whipped butter spread
- A scoop of ice cream for dessert flair
- Fresh berries or roasted nuts on the side
Tips for Making It Perfect
- No overmixing! Fold ingredients gently for a tender crumb.
- Even cooking: Use parchment for easy loaf removal and clean edges.
- Make-ahead: Bake on Sunday, wrap and enjoy fresh all week.
Storage Instructions
- Room temperature: Store tightly wrapped for 3 days.
- Fridge: Good for up to 5 days.
- Freezer: Freeze slices up to 3 months—thaw or toast directly.
General Information
Sweet potato banana bread is inspired by classic banana bread—adding mashed sweet potato enhances moisture, flavor, and nutrition. Perfect for fall and winter baking, and it holds up beautifully as a gift loaf, too.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I totally omit sugar?
A: You can reduce sugar by ¼ cup, but sweetness also aids texture—down any more, and it may turn dense.
Q: Can I use yams instead?
A: Sure! Just measure 1 cup mashed yams; flavor will be slightly different.
Q: How ripe should bananas be?
A: Very ripe—brown‑speckled bananas bring best flavor and sweetness.
Q: Vegan version?
A: Use flax eggs (2 tbsp flaxseed + 6 tbsp water), and swap oil to coconut. Bingo—vegan!
Q: How to know it’s done?
A: A toothpick in the center should come out with moist crumbs, not batter.
Conclusion
Isn’t it just wonderful how a humble loaf can bring so much joy? This Sweet Potato Banana Bread is everything cozy, comforting, and delicious. If you loved it, try my Blissful & Powerful Caramel Banana Bread or Irresistible Coffee Cake next—they’re perfect companions!
Interactive Elements
I adore hearing from you—please leave a comment or review to tell me how your loaf turned out. Tag me on Pinterest @poulefrecipe when you post your beautiful pics—I literally live for your kitchen moments!
Nutritional Information
Approx. per slice (12 total slices):Calories Fat Carbs Fiber Protein 240 10 g 36 g 3 g 3 g
Irresistibly Cozy Sweet Potato Banana Bread Recipe
- Total Time: 75 mins
- Yield: 12 slices 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
A moist, flavorful twist on classic banana bread with mashed sweet potato and warm spices—perfect for cozy mornings.
Ingredients
1 cup mashed sweet potatoes
1 cup mashed ripe bananas
½ cup granulated sugar
½ cup brown sugar
½ cup vegetable oil
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1½ cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
½ tsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
1 tsp ground cinnamon
½ tsp nutmeg (optional)
½ cup chopped nuts or chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5″ loaf pan.
2. Peel, cube, boil and mash sweet potato; let cool.
3. Mash bananas and combine with sweet potato.
4. Stir in sugars, oil, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
5. Whisk dry ingredients (flour, soda, powder, salt, spices) in separate bowl.
6. Fold dry into wet until just combined; add nuts or chips if desired.
7. Pour batter into pan and bake 50–60 minutes until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean; cool before slicing.
Notes
Do not overmix to keep the bread tender.
Substitute applesauce or coconut oil for vegetable oil.
Swap in gluten-free flour for a GF version.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 60 mins
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 20
- Sodium: 200
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Unsaturated Fat: 6
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 36
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 3
- Cholesterol: 40
