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Sweet Potato Cornbread

Sweet Potato Cornbread

The ultimate comfort food, Sweet Potato Cornbread combines the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with the delightful texture of cornbread. This easy weeknight dinner is sure to satisfy and warm your heart. Make it tonight for a truly comforting experience!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 9 servings
Course: Side Dishes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup Cornmeal
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon Baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • ¼ teaspoon Ground cinnamon
  • 1 ½ cups Buttermilk at room temperature
  • 1 cup Mashed sweet potato from one medium or two small baked sweet potatoes
  • ¼ cup Honey
  • ¼ cup Melted butter
  • 2 Large eggs at room temperature

Equipment

  • 9 inch square pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • immersion blender

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Start by greasing and lining a 9 inch square baking pan with parchment paper. This will help the cornbread come out easily after baking.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon. This mixture will form the base of your cornbread, so make sure it's well combined.
  3. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, mashed sweet potatoes, honey, melted butter, and eggs. Use an immersion blender if needed to remove any lumps, making for a smoother batter.
  4. Pour the buttermilk mixture into the cornmeal mixture. Gently stir until everything is fully combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cornbread light.
  5. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking pan, then smooth the top with a spatula. This will ensure even baking and a nice presentation.
  6. Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes. You’ll know it’s done when the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Once baked, allow the cornbread to cool for about 15 minutes in the pan. This cooling time helps it set properly before slicing.
  8. Finally, slice the Sweet Potato Cornbread and serve warm. Enjoy the delightful flavors with your favorite spreads or alongside a hearty soup.

Notes

  • Use an immersion blender: This ensures that there are no lumps or fibers in your sweet potato cornbread. If you don’t have one, make sure that your sweet potatoes are mashed very well.
  • Use room temperature ingredients: Ingredients at room temperature mix together more easily and give you a smoother batter.
  • Adjust the sweetness: If you’d prefer a less sweet cornbread, reduce the amount of honey or leave it out altogether.
  • Mix-ins: Consider adding fresh sweet corn kernels, chopped herbs, or jalapeño slices for a twist.
  • Make muffins: Instead of making a pan of cornbread, you can create individual cornbread muffins. Check for doneness after about 20 minutes.
  • Try it in cast iron: Butter a cast iron skillet for crispy edges.