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.

Shernalyn Julhaji
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I can't wait to try this recipe.


Mariana Ramas
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This recipe is easy to make.


Dayne Dement
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I love this recipe.


Dj Munna
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This recipe is a keeper.


Kimberly Brown
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The glaze was the perfect finishing touch.


Ajmane Krasniqi
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The loaf was moist and flavorful.


Sukur Akando
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I'll definitely be making this again.


Nkululeko Mthembu
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious.


Catalin
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This recipe is a winner! The loaf was moist and flavorful, and the glaze was the perfect finishing touch. I'll definitely be making this again.


Enerel Sisoo
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I'm not usually a fan of sweet potato loaf, but this recipe changed my mind. The loaf was moist and flavorful, and the glaze was delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.


susan cheruiyot
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious. I made it for a brunch and everyone loved it. The loaf was light and fluffy, and the glaze was the perfect finishing touch.


Muhammad Moinuddin
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This recipe is great. I made it for Thanksgiving and it was a big hit. The loaf was moist and flavorful, and the glaze was delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.


Vinodini
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I love this recipe. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I've made it for potlucks, parties, and even just for a snack. It's always a hit.


J.Charles Allen
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to follow and the results are delicious. I've made it several times now and it's always a hit. The loaf is moist and flavorful, and the glaze is the perfect finishing touch.


Syed Najaf ali
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This is the best sweet potato loaf recipe I've ever tried! It's so moist and flavorful. I made a few small changes to the recipe, like adding a bit more cinnamon and nutmeg, and it turned out perfectly. My family loved it and said they want me to mak