Description
Sweet Potato Cake is a heartwarming dessert that combines the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with warm spices, resulting in a moist and flavorful treat. This cake is perfect for any occasion, from family gatherings to holiday celebrations. Each slice offers a delightful hug of comfort, making it a go-to recipe for both novice bakers and seasoned pros. With its beautiful golden color and luscious frosting, this cake will surely impress your guests and leave them wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 cup mashed)
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two round cake pans.
- Boil or bake the sweet potatoes until tender. Let them cool, then peel and mash until smooth.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix the mashed sweet potatoes with granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow to cool before frosting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 34g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg