Candied Yam Bread Using Leftovers

Transform your holiday leftovers into a crowd-pleasing treat with this Candied Yam Bread, a moist and flavorful quick bread recipe that puts those mashed candied yams to delicious use. Perfectly spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, each bite delivers a cozy blend of sweet and earthy flavors, complemented by optional crunchy pecans or walnuts for added texture. With minimal prep time and a no-fuss baking process, this recipe is an effortless way to reduce food waste while creating a homemade dessert or breakfast loaf that's perfect for holiday mornings, coffee pairs, or sweet gifts. Discover the magic of repurposing leftovers into something truly indulgent!

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:55 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup leftover candied yams (mashed)
• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 2 eggs
• 0.25 cup unsalted butter (melted and slightly cooled)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.25 cup milk (or plant-based milk)
• 0.5 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.

Step 3

In a separate medium bowl, beat the eggs, then mix in the melted butter, vanilla extract, milk, and mashed candied yams until well combined.

Step 4

Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the wet ingredients. Gently fold the mixture together using a spatula or wooden spoon, being careful not to overmix. The batter will be thick.

Step 5

If using, fold in the chopped pecans or walnuts until evenly distributed.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Step 9

Serve warm or at room temperature and enjoy! The bread can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(844.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2494.9

Total Fat 103.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 39.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 508.0mg	0%
Sodium 2029.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 358.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.2g	0%
Total Sugars 182.7g
Protein 42.1g	0%

Vitamin D 113IU	0%
Calcium 327.1mg	0%
Iron 13.0mg	0%
Potassium 1268.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.9%

Protein: 6.6%

Carbs: 56.5%