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Grandma’s Famous Sweet Potato Butter Cake

Grandma’s Famous Sweet Potato Butter Cake: A Cozy Delight

Grandma’s Famous Sweet Potato Butter Cake is a rich and moist dessert perfect for gatherings, combining sweet potatoes with warming spices.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups mashed sweet potatoes fresh preferred
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour substitute with a 1:1 gluten-free blend if needed
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar can reduce by up to ¼ cup
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt or buttermilk
  • 2 large eggs preferably fresh
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp baking soda
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 tsp ground nutmeg
Optional Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar can be enhanced with vanilla or almond extract
  • 2-4 tbsp milk or cream to reach desired consistency
  • 0.5 cup chopped pecans or walnuts for topping

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • electric mixer
  • 9x13-inch pan or bundt pan
  • Rubber spatula or wooden spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a 9x13-inch pan or a bundt pan.
  2. Combine the mashed sweet potatoes, softened butter, and granulated sugar in a large mixing bowl. Mix until smooth and creamy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then incorporate the sour cream.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  5. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top evenly.
  7. Bake for 45-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  8. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack.
  9. Prepare the glaze if desired and drizzle it over the cooled cake.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

To enhance flavor, let the cake rest 1-2 days before serving. Store covered at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the fridge for a week.

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