CITRUS-KISSED SWEET POTATO CAKE

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I came up with this spiced cake to use up leftover sweet potatoes after Thanksgiving. Cover the grated sweet potatoes with a damp paper towel to prevent discoloration.-Deborah Biggs, Omaha, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 cups sugar
1-1/2 cups canola oil
4 large eggs
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1-3/4 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
3/4 teaspoon salt
3 cups shredded peeled sweet potatoes (about 9 ounces)
FROSTING:
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup butter, softened
3-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons grated orange or lemon zest
1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon orange or lemon extract
Orange peel strips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. Line bottoms of 2 greased 9-in. round baking pans with parchment; grease paper., In a large bowl, beat sugar, oil, eggs and orange zest until well blended. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, pie spice and salt; gradually beat into sugar mixture. Stir in sweet potatoes., Transfer to prepared pans. Bake 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pans 10 minutes before removing to wire racks; remove paper. Cool completely., For frosting, in a large bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until blended. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar, orange zest, lemon juice and extract until smooth. Spread frosting between layers and over top and sides of cake. Decorate with orange peel. Refrigerate leftovers.

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Alamin Amdad
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I followed the recipe exactly but my cake turned out dry. I'm not sure what went wrong.


Dhablu Tamang
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still good. I think I'll try reducing the amount of sugar next time.


Sheraz Munawwar
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I made this cake for my family and they loved it! It was easy to make and the citrus flavors were delicious.


Sima Magar
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This recipe is a must-try! The cake is incredibly moist and flavorful. The citrus glaze is the perfect finishing touch.


Govinda Chaulagain
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This cake is amazing! The citrus flavors are perfect and the cake is so moist. I will definitely be making this again.


Nestor Cordero
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I love this recipe! The cake is so moist and flavorful. I've made it several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Muhammad Ashraf Ashraf
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This cake is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The citrus flavors are so refreshing and the cake is always moist and fluffy.


Flako Torres
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. The cake was moist and flavorful, and the citrus glaze added a delicious tang.


maddi Gozalkowski
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This cake was easy to make and turned out great! I used a bundt pan and it came out perfectly. The flavor was amazing, with a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness.


Billy Cook
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe, but I'm so glad I tried it! The cake was incredibly moist and flavorful. The citrus glaze was the perfect finishing touch.


Sabbir Vi
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This sweet potato cake was a delightful surprise! The citrus flavors really shined through, and the cake had a lovely moist texture. I'll definitely be making this again!