Smores Cheddar Sweet Potato Loaf (Print View)
Muffin-style loaf blending sweet potato, cheddar, chocolate, and marshmallow, ideal for brunch or snacking.
# Components:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
03 - ½ teaspoon baking soda
04 - ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
05 - ¼ teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
06 - 1 cup cooked and mashed sweet potato
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - ⅔ cup packed light brown sugar
09 - ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
10 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
11 - 1 cup buttermilk
→ Mix-Ins
12 - 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
13 - 1 cup mini marshmallows
14 - ¾ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
15 - ¾ cup graham cracker pieces
→ Topping
16 - ⅓ cup mini marshmallows
17 - ¼ cup chocolate chips
18 - ¼ cup graham cracker crumbs
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and line a 9x5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper, leaving a slight overhang for effortless removal.
02 - Whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt in a large mixing bowl until well distributed.
03 - In a separate bowl, blend the mashed sweet potato, eggs, light brown sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, and buttermilk until fully combined and smooth.
04 - Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined—avoid overmixing to maintain a tender crumb.
05 - Gently fold in shredded cheddar cheese, mini marshmallows, chocolate chips, and graham cracker pieces until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
06 - Transfer batter to the prepared loaf pan and smooth the surface. Evenly sprinkle the remaining mini marshmallows, chocolate chips, and graham cracker crumbs over the top.
07 - Bake for 45 to 55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center yields a few moist crumbs, avoiding marshmallow pockets for accurate doneness.
08 - Allow to cool in the pan for 15 minutes. Use parchment overhang to lift the loaf out, then cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Unique blend of sweet and savory flavors
- Delightful texture with gooey chocolate and marshmallow pockets
02 -
- Marshmallows can melt into pockets, so check with a toothpick placed between them for doneness.
- For extra gooeyness, add more marshmallows halfway through baking gently pressing them on top.
03 -
- Swap cheddar for Monterey Jack for a milder flavor.
- Serve slices warm for an extra melty treat.