Sweet Potato Pound Cake

Sweet potatoes are rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals, making this pound cake a healthier alternative to traditional pound cakes.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 110 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Sweet Potato Pound Cake

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 60 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 50 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

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

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch (23 cm) loaf pan.
2. In a bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
3. In a separate bowl, mash the cooked sweet potatoes.
4. In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
5. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the mashed sweet potatoes and milk.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
8. Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Remove from the oven and let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
10. Transfer the cake to a wire rack and let it cool completely before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 50g17%

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.