Paleo Sweet Potato Bread Recipe

But, as I soon began discovering, Paleo isn’t about saying no; it’s about saying yes to doing things a little differently. And this sweet potato bread with pecans is the perfect example. It’s absolutely delicious and has not a drop of wheat flour in it, so it’s perfectly Paleo. And just like the other Paleo things I’ve learned to substitute for what I formerly would have eaten, it’s not only a substitute, it’s ten times better than the original.

Here’s what I mean…take away the wheat flour from bread and what are you losing? Carbs, and not much else. In place of wheat flour, substitute sweet potatoes, a little coconut flour, and some ground up pecans and what do you have? A bread packed with fiber, vitamins A & C, and a whole bunch of other good for you things. And, you get an out-of-this world tasty loaf of bread.

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The bread itself has a subtle sweetness to it from the sweet potato but what really takes this bread to the next level is the addition of the pecan – both ground up inside the bread dough and chopped on top of the loaf. Health benefits aside, of which there are many in pecans, I love the bit of chewy-crunchy consistency after the pecans have baked with the bread and the sweet-nutty flavor they add.

Savory Sweet Potato Bread (paleo, Nut Free)

When this bread comes out of the oven I have a hard time waiting to let it cool. The aromas of vanilla, cinnamon, and ginger waft out of the oven and warm the whole house. It will get your appetite working and you’ll be ready to chow down right away when it comes out of the oven.

But do let it cool some before you dig in. I like to have a slice when it’s just barely still warm and to put a little cashew butter on it. It’s also great with berries or homemade jam or honey – suddenly my breakfast isn’t missing its bread anymore! At lunch it makes a great sandwich with turkey or ham and it’s spectacular as a side to homemade soup in the evening.

So sweet potato bread with pecans is just another example of how eating Paleo doesn’t restrict you; it opens you to new recipes that are packed full of flavor and vitamins and fiber and all sorts of other things that are good for you.This Hearty Paleo Sweet Potato Bread is delicious with just about anything!  It’s moist and flavorful and great as a sandwich bread, toasted with breakfast or as a quick afternoon snack with your favorite nut butter.  It’s versatile, kid friendly, and easy to make!  Grain free, dairy free, Paleo.

Sweet Potato Pumpkin Spice Paleo Bread

So, here it is.  The loaf of bread I made 4 times in one week.  No, make that 5 times, I almost forgot the last and final time where I believe I added the final TBSP of almond flour.  To say I went a

The major reason I went totally nuts while creating this recipe is that I wanted it to be different than anything I’d tried before.  A cross between a fruit/veggie quick bread and a sandwich bread.  A bread that you could eat on it’s own, make a sandwich with, or toast and top with poached eggs, butter, or, really anything you’re little grain-free heart desires.

I wanted this bread to be all the things a bread could be.  I wanted it to be fully Paleo plus include sweet potato in the ingredients.  Dream, fixate, execute, try again 4 times.  That’s the way it goes sometimes, but let me tell you – it was worth it for this hearty Paleo sweet potato bread!

Maple Sweet Potato Bread

To – and in two of my loaves I used a regular orange sweet potato, baked, mashed, and drained of excess water.  BUT since Japanese sweet potatoes have a very low water content and less-sweet flavor, they definitely contributed to the texture and flavor of my favorite loaf.

I’ve been noticing them pop up in more and more “regular” stores around me, but, you will definitely find them in Whole Foods or an Asian market.   They have reddish-purple skin and white inside, and, oh yes, they are also AMAZING made into fries.  Just saying!

To “test” this bread after baking, all 5 times, I ate a whole lot of it in all different ways.  I ate it on it’s own – yum.  It has a moist enough texture and mild sweet savory flavor that I really liked.  I ate it toasted with my favorite Kerrygold salted butter, and, HECK YES!

Moist Gluten Free Sweet Potato Bread (dairy Free)

I also ate in with almond butter and jelly (my kids loved it this way) and with cold cuts as a sandwich.  ALL GOOD!  Lastly, about 3 mornings in a row I toasted it for dipping in my sunny-side up eggs.  Let’s just say it’s quite easy to get addicted to this stuff with how versatile it is.

So, let’s get started!  My last note on the recipe is to make sure that if you DO wind up using an orange sweet potato (or store bought puree), try draining out as much water as possible from the puree/mash by squeezing gently with thick paper towel.

Maybe a little cumbersome, but, it will help the bread rise better as I experienced.  It’s still a nice moist bread, and if you find it to be too moist for you, you can always toast the individual slices.  I will stop talking now since it’s clearly time to start baking – okay, GO!

Instant Pot Paleo Cinnamon Walnut Sweet Potato Bread { Gluten Free/dairy Free/grain Free}

A hearty Paleo sweet potato bread that works great as a sandwich bread, breakfast bread, or snack! This versatile sweet potato bread is grain free, dairy free, Paleo and very kid friendly. Great toasted too!

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*I highly recommend using a white or Japanese sweet potato if you can since they are starchier and have less water content - the bread will rise better this way. You can bake your potato the day before and scoop out the inside for the recipe.

**If you use a classic orange sweet potato, try to drain excess water from the mashed/pureed sweet potato before adding for better texture and rise.

Quick And Easy Sweet Potato Bread

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More than a little into running and paleo recipes (yoga now too!) but I'm not here to rain on your grains (or anything else) so come along for the ride! I do a little too much of everything (except cleaning), and I enjoy laughing at myself. As long as I'm the one making the jokes, that is. Just kidding. So bring me your angst, your appetite and your frying pan and climb aboard!This paleo sweet potato bread is the perfect healthy and quick breakfast or dessert. It’s gluten, grain and refined-sugar free, lightly coconut sugar, and so easy to make.

Packed with fall spices and wholesome ingredients, this healthy sweet potato bread is gooey, soft and fluffy, you can’t even tell it’s paleo, gluten-free and dairy-free.

Aip Sweet Potato Bread

This paleo sweet potato bread is loaded with nutrients that contribute to a healthy diet. It’s filled with fiber, complex carbs, healthy fats, and tons of vitamins and minerals.

Eliminating white flour in paleo baking recipes can make it tricky to achieve that characteristically soft, doughy texture that bread is known for.

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I made a few tweaks with this recipe so that it doesn’t include white flour or white sugar, but I was still able to achieve that incredibly soft, fluffy texture.

Paleo Sweet Potato Apple Breakfast Bake

The puree is super easy to make, but you could purchase canned yams if you want to cut out a step from this recipe.

Bring to boil, then let it simmer on low for an hour or until soft enough to poke through with a fork.

Poke a few holes on the sweet potatoes. Then bake for an hour or until soft enough to poke through with a fork.

Paleo Sweet Potato Gingerbread

Sifting the dry ingredients before measuring provides a more accurate measurement (very important for baked goods) and also helps all of the dry ingredients blend together seamlessly by breaking down any clumps.

You want to pack your dry ingredients tightly into the cups and then level off using the back of a knife or other flat utensil.

Note: Occasionally recipes may give you a measurement by weight; for this, you would need a kitchen scale (you do NOT need that for this recipe).

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Gluten Free Potato Bread (quick Bread Recipe) + Video

It can make a great dessert when served with ice cream on top or even as breakfast by adding your favorite toppings:

I like to top the bread with pumpkin seeds and pecans for a nice crunch, but feel free to add anything you like!

For a more savory option, you could slather some butter or ghee on top and serve it as a side for lunch or dinner.

Ingredient Sweet Potato Bread (no Yeast, Eggs, Butter Or Oil)

If you wish to keep it longer, wrap the bread in individual slices and store in the freezer for up to 2 months. Make sure to wrap tightly to prevent freezer burn!

Not only is Paleo, Gluten-Free, Grain Free, this sweet potato