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Description
A moist and flavorful cake made with sweet potatoes, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups mashed sweet potatoes
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch cake pan.
- In a bowl, mix mashed sweet potatoes, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, combine flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the sweet potato mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool before serving.
Notes
- Use freshly mashed sweet potatoes for the best flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Top with whipped cream or frosting if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg