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Brown Sugar Sweet Potato Cornbread

A deliciously moist and sweet cornbread combining sweet potatoes and brown sugar, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breads, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes (cooked and cooled)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1/2 cup corn kernels For added texture

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan or an 8x8 square dish with a little butter.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together cornmeal, all-purpose flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, mashed sweet potatoes, milk, and melted butter until smooth.
  4. Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry mixture until just combined. Be careful not to overmix—it’s okay if there are a few lumps!
  5. If you’re using corn kernels, fold them in at this point for added crunch.
Baking
  1. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake for about 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  2. Let the cornbread cool slightly before slicing. Enjoy it warm with butter or a drizzle of honey!

Notes

Use fresh sweet potatoes for the best texture. Serve warm for the best flavor.