CHEF JOHN'S SWEET POTATO MUFFINS

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Instead of sweet potato pie (which I'm not that fond of), I made sweet potato muffins and I was thrilled with the results. Muffin or cupcake? Frosted or unfrosted? Doesn't matter--these really are fantastic.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 16

non-stick cooking spray
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon ground ginger
1 pinch freshly grated nutmeg
4 large eggs
1 ½ cups white sugar
½ cup light brown sugar
1 cup vegetable oil
¼ cup melted butter
2 cups mashed sweet potato (yams)
1 cup chopped pecans, plus more for topping
2 teaspoons demerara sugar for topping

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line muffins tins with paper muffin liners. Spray with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Whisk flour, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, baking soda, ground ginger, and nutmeg together in a mixing bowl.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, white sugar, and brown sugar together until mixture gets light and foamy, about 2 minutes. Pour in vegetable oil and melted butter; whisk together thoroughly. Add mashed sweet potatoes and chopped pecans. Add dry ingredients. Whisk together until dry ingredients disappear into the batter, about 1 minutes. Let batter set for 10 minutes before filling muffin cups.
  • Fill muffin cups about 3/4 of the way to the top. Sprinkle tops with pecans and a pinch of demerara sugar.
  • Bake until a bamboo skewer inserted in the center of a muffin comes out clean, about 25 minutes. Let cool in pan about 10 minutes; transfer muffins to a cooling rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260.3 calories, Carbohydrate 29.3 g, Cholesterol 36.1 mg, Fat 15.3 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 227.7 mg, Sugar 17.6 g

Raymond Neura
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These muffins are a great snack or breakfast option. They are easy to make and are packed with flavor. I will definitely be making these again.


Orel Ben Yosef
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These muffins are delicious! The sweet potato flavor is subtle, and the spices give them a nice warmth. They are also really moist and fluffy.


riad khan
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These muffins are a great way to use up leftover sweet potatoes. They are also a good source of fiber and vitamins. I like to add a few chopped nuts to the batter for a little extra crunch.


Nishu Khadka
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I made these muffins for a brunch party and they were a hit! Everyone loved them. They are so moist and flavorful.


Hussain jan
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These muffins are a great way to start the day! They are packed with flavor and nutrients. I love the combination of sweet potatoes and spices.


MD. Shakib Ali Ali
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These muffins are so good! They are moist and fluffy, with a great flavor. I love that they are made with whole wheat flour and sweet potatoes, so they are a healthier option.


Emmanuel Che
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These muffins are delicious! I love the combination of sweet potatoes and spices. They are also really easy to make. I will definitely be making these again.


Ogbebor Destiny
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I've made these muffins several times now and they are always a hit. They are so moist and flavorful, and the perfect grab-and-go breakfast or snack.


Keren Clottey
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These muffins are a hit with my family! They are always gone within a few days. I love that they are made with whole wheat flour and sweet potatoes, so I can feel good about giving them to my kids.


Cedric Smith
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These muffins are delicious! The sweet potato flavor is subtle, and the spices give them a nice warmth. They are also really moist and fluffy. I will definitely be making these again.


Anoma Udayangani
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These muffins are a great way to use up leftover sweet potatoes. They are also a good source of fiber and vitamins. I like to add a few chocolate chips to the batter for a little extra sweetness.


AL Amin (Orbin Chowdhury)
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I was looking for a healthy muffin recipe and these sweet potato muffins fit the bill. They are moist and flavorful, and they have a nice sweetness from the sweet potatoes. I will definitely be making these again.


Aqil Khan
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These muffins are so good! I love the sweet potato flavor and the spices. They are also really easy to make. I will definitely be making these again.


Philip Akaiso
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Just made these muffins and they are delicious! The recipe was easy to follow and the muffins turned out perfectly. They are moist and fluffy, with a great flavor. I will definitely be making these again.


Toony
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These muffins are a delightful treat! The combination of sweet potatoes and spices is perfect, and the texture is moist and fluffy. I added a bit of extra cinnamon and nutmeg, and they turned out even more flavorful. Will definitely be making these a