Description
Indulge in the rich, delightful flavors of our Sweet Potato Cake—a unique twist on traditional chocolate cake that’s both satisfying and nourishing. This moist and decadent dessert combines creamy sweet potato puree with cocoa powder, creating a flavor profile that’s truly one-of-a-kind. Perfect for celebrations or cozy family gatherings, this gluten-free and dairy-free treat ensures everyone can enjoy a slice. With its easy preparation using just a food processor, you’ll have a show-stopping cake ready in no time. Top it off with luscious chocolate frosting, and watch as it becomes the star of any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup coconut flour
- 1 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups mashed sweet potato (3–4 large sweet potatoes)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1/2 cup coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chocolate frosting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350F (180C) and grease a 9 or 10-inch cake pan.
- In a food processor, combine coconut flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, salt, mashed sweet potato, eggs, maple syrup, coconut oil, and vanilla extract. Pulse until smooth.
- Pour the batter into the greased cake pan and bake for 45-50 minutes or until a skewer comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool completely before transferring it to a wire rack. Frost with chocolate frosting before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg