Best 5 Sweet Potato Protein Loaf Recipes

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Sweet potatoes offer a delightful combination of sweet and earthy flavors, providing a unique twist to a variety of dishes. Their natural sweetness, coupled with their dense and moist texture, makes them an ideal ingredient for creating a wholesome and flavorful "Sweet Potato Protein Loaf". This loaf combines the goodness of sweet potatoes with a rich blend of protein sources, resulting in a satisfying and nutritious meal that caters to various dietary preferences. Whether you're a vegan seeking plant-based protein options or a fitness enthusiast looking for a protein-packed snack or meal, this Sweet Potato Protein Loaf has something to offer everyone.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SWEET POTATO LOAF



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I enjoy making this bread because it lets me use sweet potatoes in something besides pie. I found the recipe in an old Southern cookbook, but changed a few things. The orange juice in the glaze adds a nice citrus flavor to the loves. -Ann Jovanovic Chicago, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h25m

Yield 2 loaves (16 slices each).

Number Of Ingredients 18

3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
2 cups mashed sweet potatoes
3 large eggs
1 cup canola oil
3 cups sugar
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 cup raisins
GLAZE:
1-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
4 to 5 teaspoons orange juice
1/3 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Whisk together the sweet potatoes, eggs and oil. Add sugar; whisk until smooth. Stir into dry ingredients just until combined. Fold in walnuts and raisins (batter will be thick). Transfer to two greased 9x5-in. loaf pans. , Bake at 350 ° for 65-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in pans for 10 minutes before removing to wire racks. , Meanwhile, for glaze, combine the confectioners' sugar, orange zest and enough orange juice to achieve desired consistency. Spread over warm loaves; sprinkle with walnuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279 calories, Fat 10g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 138mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

SHEET PAN MEATLOAF



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This meatloaf cooks in about 1 hour and has minimal cleanup required. It's perfect for a weeknight meal. Pair with three-ingredient macaroni and cheese, and a vegetable to round out this meal.

Provided by thedailygourmet

Categories     Beef Meatloaf

Time 1h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound ground beef
2 large eggs
¾ cup panko bread crumbs
¼ cup finely chopped onion
¼ cup BBQ sauce, divided
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon garlic powder
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
cooking spray

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Combine ground beef, eggs, bread crumbs, onion, 2 tablespoons BBQ sauce, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in large bowl and mix by hand.
  • Line a sheet pan with foil and spray with cooking spray. Shape meatloaf mixture evenly into a rectangular shape.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes. Brush with remaining BBQ sauce (or more as needed) and bake until internal temperature reaches 165 degrees C (73 degrees C), about 15 more minutes.
  • Slice meatloaf and serve with extra BBQ sauce if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 465.1 calories, Carbohydrate 20.4 g, Cholesterol 189.5 mg, Fat 33.3 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 24.6 g, SaturatedFat 13.2 g, Sodium 341.2 mg

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

SWEET POTATO PROTEIN MUFFINS



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These muffins are extremely healthy, but still come out super moist and yummy!

Provided by cnbridge

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes

Time 52m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 ¼ cups old-fashioned rolled oats
½ cup quinoa flour
¼ cup ground flax seed
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 scoop vanilla whey protein powder
2 packets stevia powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ cup cooked and mashed sweet potato
2 eggs, beaten
3 ounces Greek yogurt
⅓ cup coconut oil
⅓ cup unsweetened applesauce
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ scoop vanilla whey protein powder
2 packets stevia powder
1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon water, or as needed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line 12 muffin cups with paper liners.
  • Whisk oats, quinoa flour, ground flax seed, baking powder, baking soda, 1 scoop protein powder, 2 packets stevia powder, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and nutmeg together in a bowl. Stir sweet potato, eggs, Greek yogurt, coconut oil, applesauce, and vanilla extract together in a separate bowl; stir in flour mixture until batter is smooth. Spoon batter into the prepared muffin cups.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 17 minutes. Cool slightly, about 15 minutes.
  • Whisk 1/2 scoop protein powder, 2 packets stevia powder, 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon, and water together in a bowl, adding more water to thin the glaze. Brush glaze over slightly cooled muffins.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 174.5 calories, Carbohydrate 14 g, Cholesterol 34.2 mg, Fat 9.8 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 8.7 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 194 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

DETHBERT'S SWEET POTATO MEATLOAF



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I like meatloaf and have been working on this recipe for some time; I think I've got it pretty close. This is not a simple, easy, and inexpensive meatloaf like many are, but it sure is tasty. Be careful, my times are based on glass bread pans; don't overcook the meat if you are using tin.

Provided by Dethbert

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Meatloaf Recipes     Beef Meatloaf Recipes

Time 9h40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 pounds ground beef
1 sweet potato, diced
1 onion, chopped
½ cup oats
2 eggs, beaten
1 teaspoon salt
⅓ teaspoon thyme
1 pinch ground black pepper, or to taste
¾ cup ketchup
¼ cup vegetable juice
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon prepared mustard
1 teaspoon mustard powder
¾ cup ketchup
⅓ cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon prepared mustard

Steps:

  • Mix ground beef, sweet potato, onion, and oats in a large mixing bowl.
  • Beat eggs, salt, thyme, and pepper together in a small bowl. Add 3/4 cup ketchup, vegetable juice, Worcestershire sauce, 1 tablespoon prepared mustard, and mustard powder to the egg mixture; stir. Pour the egg mixture into the large mixing bowl; use your hands to mix together. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate 8 hours to overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease 2 8 1/2x4x3-inch glass bread pans.
  • Divide meatloaf mixture into prepared bread pans.
  • Bake meat loaves on center rack in preheated oven for 1 hour.
  • Stir 3/4 cup ketchup, brown sugar, and 1 teaspoon prepared mustard together in a bowl; spread over the meatloaf.
  • Divide ketchup mixture and spread over the loaves; continue baking for 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 316.3 calories, Carbohydrate 23.4 g, Cholesterol 102 mg, Fat 15 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 21.9 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 681.6 mg, Sugar 15.1 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right sweet potatoes: Look for firm, unblemished sweet potatoes with a deep orange color. Avoid any potatoes that are soft or have bruises or cuts.
  • Cook the sweet potatoes thoroughly: This will help to ensure that the loaf is moist and flavorful. You can cook the sweet potatoes in the microwave, oven, or on the stovetop.
  • Use a food processor or blender to mash the sweet potatoes: This will help to create a smooth and creamy texture for the loaf.
  • Add protein powder to the mixture: This will help to boost the protein content of the loaf and make it a more filling and satisfying meal.
  • Use a variety of spices and seasonings: This will help to add flavor and depth to the loaf. Some popular spices and seasonings to use include cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, allspice, and cloves.
  • Bake the loaf at a moderate temperature: This will help to prevent the loaf from drying out or becoming overcooked.
  • Let the loaf cool completely before slicing and serving: This will help to ensure that the loaf holds its shape and doesn't crumble.

Conclusion:

Sweet potato protein loaf is a delicious and nutritious snack or meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a good source of protein, fiber, and vitamins, and it is also a low-calorie food. The loaf can be made with a variety of different ingredients, so it is easy to customize to your own taste preferences. Whether you are looking for a healthy snack or a filling meal, sweet potato protein loaf is a great option.

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