CHOCOLATE POTATO CAKE WITH MOCHA FROSTING

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This recipe for delicious and penny-pinching cake has been handed down for generations in the family. Don't be surprised when members of your family ask for an extra piece.-Charlotte Cleveland, Hobbs, New Mexico

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h20m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 cup butter-flavored shortening
2 cups sugar
2 eggs, separated
1 cup mashed potatoes
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup baking cocoa
2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon each ground allspice, cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg
1 cup milk
MOCHA FROSTING:
1/3 cup butter, softened
2-2/3 cups confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons baking cocoa
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons strong brewed coffee

Steps:

  • Let the eggs stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg yolks, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in potatoes and vanilla. Combine the flour, cocoa, baking powder, salt and spices; add to the creamed mixture alternately with milk, beating well after each addition. , In a small bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form; fold into batter. Pour into a greased and floured 10-in. fluted tube pan. , Bake at 325° for 1 to 1-1/4 hours or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to wire rack. , In a small bowl, beat the frosting ingredients until smooth. Frost cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 431 calories, Fat 18g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 299mg sodium, Carbohydrate 65g carbohydrate (44g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Muhammad Qais
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This cake was a hit with my friends and family! They loved the chocolate and potato combination, and the mocha frosting was a big hit. I will definitely be making this cake again for future gatherings.


Simon Nganga
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This cake was a delight to make and eat! The chocolate and potato combination was unique and delicious, and the mocha frosting was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this cake again for special occasions.


SYEDA MAHAM OP
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This cake was absolutely delicious! The chocolate and potato combination was unexpected, but it worked perfectly. The cake was moist and flavorful, and the frosting was rich and creamy. I will definitely be making this cake again.


Charles Manis
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This cake is very easy to make, even if you're a beginner baker. The instructions are easy to follow, and the cake doesn't take long to bake. The frosting is also very easy to make, and it doesn't take long to decorate the cake.


Pro Dudes
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This cake is relatively healthy for a chocolate cake. It's made with whole wheat flour, and it doesn't have a lot of added sugar. The frosting is also made with Greek yogurt, which is a healthy alternative to butter.


Samantha Angelo
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This cake is very affordable to make, especially if you use store-brand ingredients. I was able to make it for less than $10, and it fed a crowd of 12 people. The frosting was also very inexpensive to make.


manik feni
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I made this cake with a sweet potato frosting, and it turned out surprisingly delicious! The sweet potato flavor was subtle, but it really complemented the chocolate. I also added some cinnamon and nutmeg to the frosting, which gave it a warm, autumn


Matthew Leonard
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I made this cake with a chocolate ganache frosting, and it turned out amazing! The ganache was rich and decadent, and it really took the cake to the next level. I also added some chopped nuts to the frosting, which gave it a nice crunch.


Clash Gaming
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I made this cake in a bundt pan, and it turned out great! It was the perfect size for a small gathering, and it was easy to transport. The frosting was also easy to make, and it didn't take long to decorate the cake.


Egbe Don Benson
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I made this cake vegan by using vegan butter, milk, and eggs, and it turned out great! The texture was a bit different than the regular version, but it was still delicious. The frosting was also vegan, and it was just as good as the regular frosting.


Akramkhokhar Akramkhokhar
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I made this cake gluten-free by using gluten-free flour, and it turned out great! The texture was a bit different than the regular version, but it was still delicious. The frosting was also gluten-free, and it was just as good as the regular frosting


Vickie McPherson
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This was my first time making a chocolate potato cake, and it turned out great! The instructions were easy to follow, and the cake came out perfectly. The frosting was a bit tricky to make, but it was worth the effort. I'll definitely be making this


Sacdiya Xaaji
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I was skeptical about the potato in this cake, but I was pleasantly surprised. It added a moist, dense texture that was perfect for a chocolate cake. The frosting was also delicious, and the coffee flavor really complemented the chocolate.


Ashecka Mason
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This cake was a hit with my family! The chocolate and potato combination was surprisingly delicious, and the mocha frosting was the perfect finishing touch. I'll definitely be making this again.