Best 7 Southern Sweet Potato Bread With Pecans Recipes

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Are you looking for a delicious and flavorful treat that combines the sweetness of sweet potatoes with the nutty flavor of pecans? "Southern Sweet Potato Bread with Pecans" is a classic Southern dessert that is perfect for any occasion. This decadent bread is moist and tender, with a rich, sweet potato flavor and a crunchy pecan topping. Whether you're looking for a special breakfast treat or a sweet snack to enjoy with a cup of coffee or tea, this recipe is sure to satisfy your craving!

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

PECAN SWEET POTATO BREAD



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Moist delicious way to use up excess sweet potatoes or yams after the holidays. This is so delicious that it disappeared within minutes. Wrap in aluminum foil to keep the moisture in. Ideally, refrigerate the loaves for 2 hours or more before serving; or can be frozen and served later. Just remove from freezer and allow to thaw while still covered at room temperature for about 4 hours before serving.

Provided by JENSGEMS

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes

Time 3h25m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup butter, softened
⅔ cup white sugar
⅔ cup packed brown sugar
2 cups mashed sweet potatoes
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
4 eggs, beaten
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ teaspoon ground ginger
½ teaspoon ground cloves
2 cups baking mix (such as Bisquick ®)
2 tablespoons baking mix (such as Bisquick ®)
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour two 9x5-inch loaf pans.
  • Beat butter, white sugar, and brown sugar together in a bowl until smooth. Stir in sweet potatoes, sweetened condensed milk, eggs, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves until well blended.
  • Place all the baking mix in a large bowl; stir sweet potato mixture into baking mix until batter is just blended. Fold in pecans. Divide the batter evenly between the two loaf pans.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a knife inserted in the center of the loaves comes out clean, 60 to 70 minutes. Cool loaves in the pans for at least 5 minutes before removing to cool completely on a wire rack, at least 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 411.4 calories, Carbohydrate 49.2 g, Cholesterol 85.3 mg, Fat 22.4 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 6.1 g, SaturatedFat 10.2 g, Sodium 357.9 mg, Sugar 33 g

SOUTHERN SWEET POTATO BREAD



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Once you enjoy a slice of this moist and dense quick bread, you'll have a hard time believing something so luscious can be made without butter. Plus, you can whip up this sweet, spiced quick bread recipe and have it in the oven in just 15 minutes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 1h45m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 cups Gold Medal™ self-rising flour
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons milk
2 eggs, slightly beaten
1 cup mashed cooked sweet potatoes
1 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup golden raisins

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Grease bottom only of 8x4-inch loaf pan with shortening or cooking spray. In large bowl, stir together flour, sugar, nutmeg and cinnamon.
  • Add oil, milk and eggs; blend well. Stir in sweet potatoes, pecans and raisins until well mixed. Pour into pan.
  • Bake 1 hour 15 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan 15 minutes. Remove from pan to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 1 hour. Wrap tightly and store at room temperature up to 4 days, or refrigerate up to 10 days.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Carbohydrate 38 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Slice, Sodium 220 mg, Sugar 22 g, TransFat 0 g

SOUTHERN SWEET POTATO BREAD



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Make and share this Southern Sweet Potato Bread recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Miss Annie

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 1h25m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 cups sifted self-rising flour
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 cup sugar
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons milk
1 cup mashed cooked sweet potato
1 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup golden raisin

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325ºF.
  • Grease BOTTOM only of an 8½x4½x2½-inch loaf pan.
  • Stir together flour and spices in mixing bowl.
  • With a spoon, stir in sugar, eggs, oil and milk; blend well.
  • Stir in sweet potatoes, pecans and raisins.
  • Pour batter into prepared pan.
  • Bake 1 hour and 10 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
  • Cool in pan 15 minutes.
  • Remove from pan and cool on wire rack.
  • For easier slicing, wrap loaf and store overnight in a cool place.
  • Bread mellows over time and will keep for several days.
  • NOTE: If using all-purpose flour, sift 2 tsps baking powder and 1/4 tsp salt with the flour and spices.

SWEET POTATO BREAD WITH PECANS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 2 loaves

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 1/3 cups sugar
2/3 cups water
2/3 cup oil
4 eggs
2 cups mashed sweet potatoes
3 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup coarsely chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Combine sugar, water, oil, eggs, and sweet potatoes and mix thoroughly. Add dry ingredients and mix to combine. Add pecans and mix well. Divide between 2 greased loaf pans and bake for 50 minutes. Cool in pan to room temperature.

SOUTHERN SWEET POTATO BREAD WITH PECANS



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A fragrant southern style quick bread. Perfect for the holidays.

Provided by Tanja Miller

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup white sugar
2 eggs, beaten
½ cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons milk
1 cup cooked and mashed sweet potatoes
1 cup chopped pecans
½ cup golden raisins

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F ( 165 degrees C ). Grease an 8x4 inch loaf pan.
  • In a medium bowl, stir together the flour, baking powder, salt, nutmeg cinnamon, and sugar. Add the eggs, oil, and milk; mix until well blended. Finally, stir in the mashed sweet potatoes, pecans, and golden raisins. Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
  • Bake for 70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow bread to cool in the pan at least 15 minutes before removing. For best flavor, store overnight before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 313.6 calories, Carbohydrate 38.7 g, Cholesterol 31.2 mg, Fat 16.9 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 149.5 mg, Sugar 22 g

SOUTHERN SWEET POTATO BREAD



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Creamy orange spread delightfully dresses this moist quick bread. -North Caroline Sweet Potato Commission

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 55m

Yield 1 loaf.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/4 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup mashed sweet potatoes
3 tablespoons whole milk
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
2 cups self-rising flour
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 cup chopped pecans
ORANGE CREAM SPREAD:
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 teaspoon orange juice
1 teaspoon grated orange zest

Steps:

  • In a bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add eggs; mix well. Add sweet potatoes, milk and orange zest; mix well. Combine flour, allspice and nutmeg; add to creamed mixture. Mix just until combined. Fold in nuts. Pour into a greased 9x5-in. loaf pan. Bake at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until bread tests done. Cool in pan for 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack. Cool completely. , In a bowl, combine spread ingredients; beat until smooth. Serve with bread.

Nutrition Facts :

SWEET POTATO PECAN BREAD



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Make and share this Sweet Potato Pecan Bread recipe from Food.com.

Provided by southern chef in lo

Categories     Breads

Time 1h

Yield 2 loaves

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 1/3 cups sugar
2/3 cup water
2/3 cup oil
4 eggs, beaten
2 cups mashed sweet potatoes (fresh is best but canned will do)
3 1/2 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup coarsely chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • Combine the sugar, water, oil, eggs, and sweet potatoes mix good.
  • Add dry ingredients and mix to combine; add pecans and mix well.
  • Divide the dough into 2 greased loaf pans.
  • Bake at 350°F for 50 minutes.
  • Cool in pans before removing.

Tips:

  • Use a moist, flavorful sweet potato. This will give the bread a rich, sweet flavor.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the bread tough.
  • Be careful not to overcook the bread. Overcooked bread will be dry and crumbly.
  • Let the bread cool completely before slicing and serving. This will help the bread hold its shape.
  • Store the bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. You can also freeze the bread for up to 2 months.

Conclusion:

Southern Sweet Potato Bread with Pecans is a delicious and easy-to-make bread that is perfect for any occasion. With its moist, flavorful texture and sweet potato and pecan flavor, this bread is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a special bread to bake, give this recipe a try.

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