Description
Sweet Potato Cake is a delightful dessert that perfectly combines the earthy sweetness of sweet potatoes with warm spices for an irresistible treat. This moist and fluffy cake is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a family gathering or a cozy night in. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you can create a delicious cake that will leave everyone craving more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups mashed sweet potatoes (about 2 medium sweet potatoes)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a round cake pan.
- Boil or steam sweet potatoes until fork-tender (about 15-20 minutes). Mash and let cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, combine eggs and melted butter; then mix in the mashed sweet potatoes.
- Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg