Sweet Potato Muffins

Sweet Potato Muffins are moist, spiced quick breads made with mashed sweet potato, flour, sugar, eggs, and warm spices like cinnamon or nutmeg. They are a popular home-baked treat in American cuisine, often enjoyed as a breakfast item or snack, especially during the fall harvest season.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

These muffins are typically moderate in carbohydrates from the sweet potato and added sugar, with a small amount of fat from oil or butter and protein from eggs. A standard muffin provides roughly 180-250 calories and offers beneficial nutrients like vitamin A from the sweet potato.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	320 kcal
Protein	4.5 g
Carbs	52 g
Fat	11 g
Fiber	2.5 g
Sugar	28 g
Sodium	310 mg
Vitamin A	120 mcg RAE
Vitamin C	3 mg
Calcium	60 mg
Iron	1.8 mg
Potassium	180 mg
Magnesium	20 mg
Phosphorus	70 mg
Manganese	0.4 mg

Per 1 muffin (113 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Using sweet potato as a base ingredient not only adds natural sweetness and a vibrant color but also boosts the muffin's fiber and vitamin A content compared to a standard muffin, making it a more nutrient-dense comfort food.