Best 3 Chocolate Sweet Potato Cake Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our tantalizing Chocolate Sweet Potato Cake, where the velvety richness of chocolate harmoniously blends with the natural sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes. This unique and delectable cake is more than just a dessert; it's an extraordinary culinary experience that will leave your taste buds begging for more. Discover the secrets behind this irresistible treat as we unveil the step-by-step recipe, along with variations such as the gluten-free and vegan versions, ensuring that everyone can savor this delightful creation. Brace yourself for a delightful journey as we explore the culinary wonders of the Chocolate Sweet Potato Cake.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

WHITE CHOCOLATE SWEET POTATO CAKE



White Chocolate Sweet Potato Cake image

This lightly spiced sweet potato cake is layered with white chocolate mousse and sprinkled with toasted macadamia nuts.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cake Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 pounds (about 3) sweet potatoes
1 1/4 cups vegetable oil
Unsalted butter, for pans
2 cups cake flour, (not self-rising), plus more for pans
4 large eggs
2 cups sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
3 tablespoons brandy
1 1/2 cups unsalted macadamia nuts, toasted, coarsely chopped
1 pound white chocolate
2 cups heavy cream

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400 degrees. Coat potatoes with 1/4 cup vegetable oil, and place on baking sheet. Bake until tender, 30 to 40 minutes. When cool enough to handle, remove skin, and mash flesh with a fork into coarse puree.
  • Lower oven to 325 degrees. Butter two 8-by-1 1/2-inch round cake pans, dust with flour, and set aside. In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat eggs and sugar together on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Add remaining 1 cup vegetable oil; beat on medium speed until well combined. Add the cooled sweet potatoes; mix until combined.
  • Sift together cake flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg; mix into sweet potato mixture. Mix in vanilla and brandy until combined. Remove batter from mixer; fold in 1 cup macadamia nuts by hand.
  • Evenly distribute cake batter into prepared pans, and transfer to the oven. Bake until a toothpick inserted into center comes out clean, 40 to 45 minutes. Let pans cool on a wire rack 10 minutes. Invert cakes onto rack; cool completely, about 1 1/4 hours.
  • Meanwhile, chop white chocolate into small pieces; set aside. Bring 1 cup cream to a boil; pour over chocolate, whisking until chocolate is melted. Chill for 30 to 40 minutes.
  • When chocolate mixture has cooled, pour remaining cup cream into an electric mixer; whip on medium until soft peaks form, about 3 minutes. Fold whipped cream into chocolate mixture until fully incorporated.
  • Cut each cake layer in half horizontally, creating 4 layers. Spread 2/3 cup chocolate frosting on one layer, then stack next layer on top, and frost. Repeat frosting-and-stacking process until each layer is frosted. Spread remaining frosting on sides and top of cake. Arrange remaining 1/2 cup macadamia nuts on top of cake, and serve.

CHOCOLATE SWEET POTATO CAKE



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This recipe was given to my mother in 1940. Mother had lost all of her recipes, collected during 7 years of marriage, in a house fire, so her friends gave her a recipe party. Each recipe was handwritten, and most merely listed the ingredients with no mention of how to put them together. Among them is this cake, which is one of our family's favorites. -Sally Green, Mobile, Alabama

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h20m

Yield 12-16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2/3 cup butter, softened
2 cups sugar
4 eggs
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking cocoa
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon each ground cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice and cloves
1/2 cup milk
2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled, cooked, mashed and cooled
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups chopped pecans
1/2 cup raisins
Confectioners' sugar, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine the flour, cocoa, baking soda, baking powder, and spices; gradually add to creamed mixture alternately with milk, beating well after each addition. Beat in sweet potatoes and vanilla until blended. Stir in pecans and raisins. , Transfer to a greased and floured 10-in. fluted tube pan. Bake at 350° for 70-80 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack to cool completely. Dust with confectioners' sugar if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 378 calories, Fat 20g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 75mg cholesterol, Sodium 203mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (30g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

PALEO SWEET POTATO CAKE WITH PALEO WHITE CHOCOLATE FROSTING RECIPE - (4.2/5)



Paleo SWEET POTATO CAKE WITH PALEO WHITE CHOCOLATE FROSTING Recipe - (4.2/5) image

Provided by ROBandSEAN

Number Of Ingredients 23

1/2 cup of Butter or Palm Shortening
1/3 cup of Coconut Sugar
2/3 cup of Sweet Potato Puree
6 Medjool Dates (about 1/3 cup)
2 teaspoons of Vanilla Extract
1/2 cup (70g) of Coconut Flour (measure by dip and sweep)
1/2 cup (60g) of Tapioca Flour
2 teaspoons of Cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon of Nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon of Powdered Cloves
1/4 teaspoon of Ginger
1/2 teaspoon of Kosher Salt
1/2 teaspoon of Baking Soda
1 teaspoon of Cream of Tartar
3 Eggs
For the White Chocolate Frosting
4 ounces of Cocoa Butter
1/3 cup of Raw Honey
1/3 cup of Coconut Butter
1 teaspoon of Almond Extract
2/3 cup of Palm Shortening
1/2 cup of Arrowroot Powder
2 Tablespoons (optionally up to 1/4 cup) of Full Fat Coconut Milk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350F and grease cake pans with extra butter/shortening. Whisk the butter/shortening and sugar on high speed until fluffy. About 5 min. Puree the sweet potato puree, dates, and vanilla in a food processor or blender. Sift the coconut flour, tapioca flour, spices, salt, baking soda, and cream of tartar in a separate bowl. Combine the puree mixture with the butter mixture and beat until combined. Add one egg and about a third of the dry mixture and beat until combined. Repeat the previous step until all ingredients are combined. Scrape the sides and beat on high speed for about 30 seconds until fluffy. Portion batter evenly into cake pans. Bake at 350F for 30-35 minutes. For the White Chocolate Frosting Heat the cocoa butter, honey, and ¼ cup of the coconut butter in a double boiler until uniform. Remove from heat and add the remaining coconut butter and extract. Chill for about 10-15 minutes. Beat on high speed for about 30 seconds. Repeat the cooling and beating until the mixture appears mostly combined and is cool to touch, about 40 minutes total. Add the palm shortening and arrowroot and beat on high. Add the coconut milk in batches and beat until fluffy and smooth. You may need to add more. NOTES

Tips:

  • Use ripe sweet potatoes: Look for firm, brightly colored sweet potatoes that are free of blemishes.
  • Roast the sweet potatoes until they are tender: This will help to bring out their natural sweetness and make them easier to mash.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing can make the cake tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: This will ensure that the cake is cooked through.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it: This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.
  • Use any type of frosting you like: Chocolate ganache, cream cheese frosting, or even a simple glaze would all be delicious.
  • Garnish the cake with your favorite toppings: Chopped nuts, chocolate chips, or even a few fresh berries would all be great options.

Conclusion:

This chocolate sweet potato cake is a delicious and unique dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is moist, flavorful, and has a beautiful presentation. The sweet potatoes add a natural sweetness to the cake, while the chocolate ganache frosting adds a rich and decadent flavor. This cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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