Friday, February 20, 2009

Caribbean Sweet Potato Bread

Caribbean Sweet Potato Bread
1 (15-ounce) can sweet potatoes (yams) drained and mashed or 1 cup fresh sweet potatoes, cooked and mashed 4 large eggs1/4 cup vegetable oil1/4 cup Lawry's Caribbean Jerk Marinade with Papaya Juice (See note.)1/3 cup water1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1 (8-ounce) can crushed pineapple, well drained1 (18.25-ounce) package yellow cake mix1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
In large bowl, beat together sweet potatoes and eggs until fluffy. Stir in remaining ingredients and beat on medium speed with mixer for 2 minutes.
Spray two 4 x 8-inch loaf pans with nonstick cooking spray; pour half of batter into each pan.
Bake in preheated 375*F oven until wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean, about 35 to 40 minutes.
Makes 2 loaves.
Note: If Lawry's Caribbean Jerk Marinade with Papaya Juice is not available in your area, you can substitute with 1/4 cup of the drained juice from the crushed pineapple and 1 teaspoon of jerk seasoning. Omit seasoning for a milder flavored bread.
Tip: For high altitude baking (above 3000 feet), increase water to 1/2 cup and add 1/4 cup all-purpose flour.

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