Easter Sweet Potato Cake

Easter Sweet Potato Cake is a delicious and festive dessert that is perfect for your Easter celebration. This cake is made with sweet potatoes, which give it a unique and delicious flavor. In this recipe, we will show you how to make this cake step-by-step, so you can impress your guests with your baking skills.

Ingredients:

- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes
- 1/2 cup milk

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch cake pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Add the mashed sweet potatoes to the butter mixture and mix well.
5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the sweet potato mixture, alternating with the milk, and mix until just combined.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
7. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
8. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove it from the pan and transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Serve the Easter Sweet Potato Cake with whipped cream or frosting, if desired.
Appearance and Taste:
This Easter Sweet Potato Cake is a beautiful golden color with a moist and fluffy texture. The sweet potato adds a unique flavor that is both sweet and savory, making it a perfect dessert for any occasion. The cake is light and airy, with a subtle hint of cinnamon and nutmeg that adds warmth and depth to the flavor.
Type of Dish: Dessert
Main Ingredients: Sweet Potatoes, Flour, Butter