CRANBERRY NUT SWEET POTATO BREAD

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We grow plenty of sweet potatoes, so I try to use them in different ways. Slices of this bread, studded with dried cranberries and nuts, are especially tasty served with the citrusy cream cheese spread.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h20m

Yield 1 loaf.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 cup orange juice
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
3 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon lemon extract
DOUGH:
1/3 cup butter, softened
1-1/4 cups sugar
1 egg
1 cup cold mashed sweet potatoes
1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup chopped macadamia nuts or almonds

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine orange juice and cranberries; bring to a boil. Reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes or until cranberries are softened; drain. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, confectioners' sugar and lemon extract until smooth. Fold in cranberry mixture. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. , Meanwhile, in a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and sweet potatoes. Combine the dry ingredients; gradually add to creamed mixture. Fold in cranberries and nuts. , Transfer to a greased 9x5-in. loaf pan. Bake at 350° for 55-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cover loosely with foil if the top browns too quickly. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack. Serve with cream cheese spread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256 calories, Fat 9g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 213mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

kymber
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This bread is a great way to use up leftover sweet potatoes. It's also a healthy and delicious snack.


Clirim Kodra
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I'm not a huge fan of sweet potato bread, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so moist and flavorful, and the cranberries and nuts add a nice touch.


Mesam Ali
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This bread is perfect for fall. It's warm and comforting, and the cranberries and nuts add a festive touch.


Actsofcraft Africa
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I love the combination of cranberries, nuts, and sweet potatoes in this bread. It's so flavorful and moist.


Asour Godwill
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This recipe is a keeper! I've already made it twice and it's always been a hit. Thanks for sharing!


zZ_blop_008
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I made this bread for Thanksgiving and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.


Abdurrahman Habiibu
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This bread is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I especially love the crunchy pecan topping.


Rabiu Umar
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I love this recipe! I've made it several times now and it always comes out great. It's a perfect fall treat.


James Keller
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Followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly! The bread was so moist and fluffy, and the cranberry and nut filling was delicious. A new favorite!


A K Mohammad Rokonuzzaman
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This cranberry nut sweet potato bread was a hit at my holiday party! It was moist, flavorful, and the perfect balance of sweet and tart. I'll definitely be making this again.