Best 5 French Quarter Sweet Potato Cake Sp5 Recipes

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In the heart of Louisiana, where flavors dance and culinary traditions intertwine, a delectable treat known as French Quarter Sweet Potato Cake awaits your palate. This unique dessert, a harmonious blend of sweet potatoes, spices, and a hint of coconut, captures the essence of New Orleans' vibrant culture. Our collection of recipes offers a journey through various interpretations of this classic cake, each with its own distinct charm. Treat yourself to the traditional version, where sweet potatoes take center stage, perfectly balanced by a medley of warm spices. For a tropical twist, embark on a taste adventure with a coconut-infused rendition, where the richness of coconut and the sweetness of sweet potatoes create a symphony of flavors. Indulge in a gluten-free delight, where almond flour and coconut flour unite to create a lighter, healthier alternative without compromising on taste. And for those seeking a vegan option, we present a plant-based masterpiece, where sweet potato, maple syrup, and almond milk join forces to deliver a guilt-free indulgence. No matter your dietary preferences, our exquisite selection of French Quarter Sweet Potato Cake recipes ensures a delightful experience for every sweet tooth.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

FRENCH QUARTER SWEET POTATO CAKE #SP5



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Official Contest Entry: Simply Potatoes 5Fix. Bourbon street has nothing on this...sweet and savory with andouille sausage, sauteed shrimp, tangy green tomato all sitting on a sweet potato cake! Great as an appetizer, side dish, or made larger for a main dish...with this mix of flavors you'll make everyone's tastebuds happy!

Provided by Tiffani P.

Categories     Potato

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/2 tablespoons salted butter
1 (24 ounce) bag Simply Potatoes Mashed Sweet Potatoes
1 lb tail-on medium raw shrimp
1 (12 ounce) package andouille sausages
2 medium green tomatoes or 2 medium tomatillos, if green tomatoes are not available

Steps:

  • Heat non-stick sautee pan over medium heat. Cut andouille sausage on the bias. When the pan is hot, add sausage and cook until edges are golden brown (about 4-5 minutes). Set aside.
  • Slice green tomatoes into 1/2 inch slices. In the same pan, turn up the heat to medium-high and heat 1/2 tablespoon of butter making sure to scrape all the brown bits left by the andouille sausage. When butter is foaming, add tomato slices and sautee 2 minutes per side. Tomatoes should have nice browning on both sides. Set aside.
  • Open Simply Potatoes Mashed Sweet Potatoes and divide potatoes into 6 round balls (more or less if you are doing small appetizers or larger entree with this recipe). Using your hands, form flat patties with sweet potatoes (each should be about 1/2 inch thick). Heat 1/2 tablespoon butter in a large non-stick pan over medium heat and add sweet potato cakes. Cook approximately 4-5 minutes per side flipping once.
  • Heat last 1/2 tablespoon of butter in sautee pan over medium heat and cook shrimp until shrimp turns pink (about 2-3 minutes) flipping shrimp to cook both sides.
  • Plate the dish by placing one sweet potato cake on plate, top with one slice sauteed green tomato, followed by andouille sausage slices, and finish with a few sauteed shrimp. Serve immediately.

THE BEST SWEET POTATO POUND CAKE



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This sweet potato pound cake is a force to be reckoned with, y'all. A cake that's so tender, warmly spiced, and loaded with flavor. Every single bite is beaming with buttery richness + sweet potato taste. Topped with an insane brown butter glaze!

Provided by Quin Liburd

Categories     Dessert & Sweets

Number Of Ingredients 18

3 cups all purpose flour, sifted if lumpy
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
1 1/2 cups packed light brown sugar
1 cup mashed sweet potato
6 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon almond extract
1 cup whole buttermilk
chopped pecans, for garnish- optional
vanilla ice cream, for serving- optional
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1/2 cup (1 stick) salted butter
3 tablespoons whole milk (or milk of choice)
1/2 teaspoon vanilla bean paste or 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325°F and generously spray a 10-cup bundt pan with baking spray or grease with butter and then set aside.
  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg together. Whisk the dry ingredients super well to combine and then set the bowl aside.
  • Using a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment or using a handheld electric mixer, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes. Add in the mashed sweet potato and continue beating to fully combine. Add in the eggs, one by one, beating until just combined after each addition. Then add in the vanilla and almond extract.
  • Next, add in the flour mixture a little at a time in stages alternating with the buttermilk (ex: a little flour mixture, then a little buttermilk). Begin and end with the flour until all of the flour/buttermilk is combined within the cake batter until just combined- careful not to over mix.
  • Empty the cake batter into the prepared bundt pan and use a spoon to evenly smooth the top of the cake batter nicely.
  • Bake the cake for 1 hour and 10 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the cake comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then carefully invert the cake onto a wire rack to continue cooling. While the cake cools, prepare the glaze.
  • In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Allow the butter to melt, undisturbed, to brown- the entire process takes about 5-6 minutes. You should hear the butter bubbling as it cooks. Then the butter will turn golden brown and have a nutty aroma with brown bits on the bottom- careful not to walk away as it can go from perfectly browned to burned in seconds! Once achieved, remove the saucepan from heat and set aside to cool down.
  • In a large bowl, combine the powdered sugar and lightly cooled brown butter together and stir to combine. Pour in the milk along with the vanilla paste/extract and continue mixing until everything is well incorporated.
  • Place the cake onto a large plate or cake vessel (with enough space/height to hold in the glaze to keep from spilling over) and drizzle the glaze over the pound cake. Let the glaze sit on the cake for a few minutes to set.
  • Garnish the cake with chopped pecans, if desired. Then slice the sweet potato pound cake into wedges and serve warm with ice cream, if you'd like. Enjoy!

BILLIE'S SOUTHERN SWEET POTATO CAKE



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I made sweet potato cakes for my kids when they were younger and they told me in their little voices, "Mommy, you're the best baker." Little did they know that was Mommy's first attempt at homemade cake! -Billie Williams-Henderson, Bowie, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

4 large eggs, room temperature
2 cups sugar
2 cups canola oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 cups shredded peeled sweet potatoes (about 2 medium)
1 cup finely chopped walnuts
FROSTING:
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Grease a 13x9-in. baking pan., In a large bowl, beat eggs, sugar, oil and vanilla until well blended. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, spices and salt; gradually beat into egg mixture. Stir in sweet potatoes and walnuts., Transfer to prepared pan. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 40-45 minutes. Cool completely in pan on a wire rack., In a small bowl, beat cream cheese, butter and vanilla until blended. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar until smooth. Spread over cooled cake. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 519 calories, Fat 36g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 67mg cholesterol, Sodium 276mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (32g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

QUICK AND EASY SWEET POTATO POUND CAKE



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Southern-style sweet potato pound cake gets a jumpstart from a convenience mix.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 box Betty Crocker™ pound cake mix
1 cup mashed cooked sweet potatoes
1/2 cup milk
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 eggs
1 tub Betty Crocker™ Rich & Creamy cream cheese frosting

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Grease 10-inch angel food (tube) cake pan with shortening; lightly flour.
  • In large bowl, beat cake mix, sweet potatoes, milk, nutmeg and eggs with electric mixer on low speed 1 minute, scraping bowl constantly. Beat on medium speed 3 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Spread in pan.
  • Bake 45 to 50 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean and cake is golden brown. Cool 10 minutes; remove from pan to wire rack. Cool completely, about 1 hour. Frost cake with frosting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 385, Carbohydrate 64 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 390 mg

SWEET POTATO CAKE



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Make and share this Sweet Potato Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by RecipeNut

Categories     Dessert

Time 50m

Yield 1 three layer cake

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 1/2 cups cooking oil
2 cups sugar
4 eggs, separated
2 1/2 cups sifted flour
3 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/3 cup water
1 1/2 cups grated raw sweet potatoes
1 cup chopped nuts
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 (13 ounce) can evaporated milk
1 cup sugar
3 egg yolks
1/2-1 cup margarine
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/3 cups flaked coconut

Steps:

  • CAKE-------------------.
  • Combine cooking oil and sugar and beat until smooth.
  • Add egg yolks one at a time.
  • Sift dry ingredients and add to first mixture alternately with water, beating well after each addition.
  • Stir in potatoes, nuts and vanilla extract.
  • Fold stiffly beaten egg whites into mixture.
  • Pour batter into 3 greased and floured 8-inch cake pans.
  • Bake for 25 to 30 minutes at 350 degrees F.
  • Cool and frost.
  • FILLING-----------------------.
  • Combine milk, sugar, egg yolks, margarine, and vanilla extract in a saucepan.
  • Cook over medium heat about 12 minutes, stirring constantly until mixture thickens.
  • Remove from heat and add coconut.
  • Beat until cool and of a spreading consistency.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 9597.5, Fat 583.9, SaturatedFat 124.2, Cholesterol 1519.3, Sodium 4714.8, Carbohydrate 1008.6, Fiber 32.7, Sugar 661.1, Protein 121.1

Tips:

  • For a creamy sweet potato puree, use a high-powered blender or food processor. This will help to break down the fibers and create a smooth, velvety texture.
  • Be sure to use ripe bananas in the cake batter. This will add natural sweetness and moisture to the cake.
  • Don't overmix the cake batter. Overmixing can result in a tough, dense cake. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the cake in a preheated oven. This will help to ensure that the cake bakes evenly.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.

Conclusion:

The French Quarter Sweet Potato Cake is a delicious and unique dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The sweet potato puree adds a moist and flavorful twist to the classic carrot cake, while the cream cheese frosting is a perfect complement to the sweet potato flavor. This cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it!

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