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How to Make Purple Sweet Potato Swirl Bread

Making a vibrant purple sweet potato swirl bread at home is easier than you think! This soft, colorful loaf combines the earthy sweetness of purple sweet potatoes with a golden, tender base, perfect for breakfast or snacks. Here’s a simple guide:

### Ingredients

For the dough: 300g bread flour, 30g sugar, 3g salt, 30g unsalted butter, 7g instant yeast, 150ml warm milk, 1 egg.

For the filling: 150g steamed and mashed purple sweet potato, 20g milk (adjust for consistency), 1 tbsp sugar (optional).

### Steps

1. Prepare the dough: Mix flour, sugar, salt, and yeast in a bowl. Add warm milk and egg, knead until smooth. Incorporate softened butter and knead until elastic (about 10-15 minutes). Let the dough rise in a warm place until doubled in size (1-1.5 hours).

2. Make the filling: Mash steamed purple sweet potato with milk and sugar until smooth. Set aside.

3. Shape the loaf: Punch down the risen dough and roll into a 30x20cm rectangle. Spread the purple sweet potato filling evenly, leaving a 1cm border. Roll tightly into a log, seal the edges, and place in a greased loaf pan.

4. Proof and bake: Let the dough rise again until it fills the pan (45-60 minutes). Brush with milk, then bake at 180°C (350°F) for 25-30 minutes until golden. Cool completely before slicing.

Enjoy your homemade purple sweet potato swirl bread, with its striking swirls and delightful flavor!