Fluffy and Moist Sweet Potato Cake

Sweet potatoes are an excellent source of vitamin A and are naturally sweet, making them a perfect ingredient for a moist and flavorful cake.

This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 90 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Fluffy and Moist Sweet Potato Cake

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Dessert Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 30 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Sweet Potatoes
• 1.5 cup All-Purpose Flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
• 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter
• 1 cup Granulated Sugar
• 0.5 cup Brown Sugar
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 0.5 cup Milk

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Peel and boil the sweet potatoes until tender, then mash them.
3. In a bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
4. In a separate bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the mashed sweet potatoes and vanilla extract.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the sweet potato mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
6. Pour the batter into a greased and floured cake pan.
7. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Remove from the oven and let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 56g19%

Sugars 30g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.