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Easy Sweet Potato Cornbread

Easy Sweet Potato Cornbread Recipe
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Transform your regular cornbread into a delightful treat with this Easy Sweet Potato Cornbread Recipe. This recipe combines the natural sweetness of mashed sweet potatoes with traditional cornbread flavors, resulting in a moist, flavorful dish that’s perfect for family gatherings, potlucks, or as a comforting snack. The warm spices of cinnamon and nutmeg enhance the taste, while the addition of sweet potatoes adds nutritional benefits, making it not just delicious but wholesome too. Whether served warm with butter, paired with soups, or enjoyed on its own, this cornbread is sure to impress everyone at the table!

Ingredients

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  • 1¼ cups yellow cornmeal
  • ¾ cup plain white flour
  • 1 tablespoon of baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ⅛–¼ teaspoon ground cloves
  • ⅛–¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • ¼ cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes (cooked)
  • 2 room temperature eggs
  • 1 room temperature egg yolk
  • 2 tablespoons cooking oil
  • ½ cup melted butter
  • ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup buttermilk

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease your baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together dry ingredients: cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, baking soda, cinnamon, and sugars.
  3. In another bowl, mix mashed sweet potatoes with eggs and yolk; stir in oil, melted butter, vanilla extract, and buttermilk until smooth.
  4. Combine wet and dry mixtures gently until just combined; avoid overmixing.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared dish and bake for 30–40 minutes until golden brown.

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