Sweet Potato Cake Recipe 🍰
Description: Dive into the delightful flavors of this Sweet Potato Cake, a delectable dessert perfect for any occasion! This recipe yields a moist and fluffy three-layer cake that’s bursting with the warmth of sweet potatoes and a hint of fragrant spices. Topped with a luscious coconut filling, it’s a treat that’ll have everyone asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 1 three-layer cake
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 1 1/2 cups sugar 🍚
- 2 eggs 🥚
- 4 cups flour 🌾
- 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 3/4 teaspoon salt 🧂
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 🍂
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 cup water 💧
- 2 cups mashed sweet potatoes 🍠
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 egg whites, stiffly beaten 🥚🥚🥚
For the Filling:
- 1 cup evaporated milk 🥛
- 1 cup sugar 🍚
- 3 egg yolks 🥚🥚🥚
- 1/2 cup margarine
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup flaked coconut 🥥
Instructions:
1. Preheat and Prepare:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 8-inch cake pans, ensuring they’re well-coated to prevent sticking.
2. Prepare the Cake Batter:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cooking oil and sugar. Beat until smooth and creamy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- In another bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the sugar mixture, alternating with water, and beating well after each addition.
- Stir in the mashed sweet potatoes, chopped nuts (if using), and vanilla extract until well incorporated.
- Gently fold in the stiffly beaten egg whites until no streaks remain.
3. Bake the Cake Layers:
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cake pans.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Once baked, remove the cake pans from the oven and allow the layers to cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
4. Prepare the Coconut Filling:
- In a saucepan, combine the evaporated milk, sugar, egg yolks, margarine, and vanilla extract.
- Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, for about 12 minutes or until it thickens into a custard-like consistency.
- Remove the filling from the heat and stir in the flaked coconut until well combined.
- Allow the filling to cool completely before using it to assemble the cake.
5. Assemble and Frost the Cake:
- Once the cake layers and coconut filling are completely cooled, it’s time to assemble the cake.
- Place one cake layer onto a serving plate or cake stand. Spread a generous layer of the coconut filling over the top.
- Repeat with the remaining cake layers and filling, stacking them on top of each other.
- Use any remaining filling to frost the top and sides of the cake, creating a smooth and even finish.
6. Serve and Enjoy:
- Slice the Sweet Potato Cake into generous portions and serve it up to your eager guests.
- Enjoy the warm flavors and moist texture of this delightful dessert, perfect for any celebration or sweet craving!
Indulge in the rich and comforting flavors of this Sweet Potato Cake, a true delight for your taste buds! Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply craving a sweet treat, this cake is sure to impress with its moist crumb and irresistible coconut filling. Give it a try and savor every bite of this homemade masterpiece!
