SWEET POTATO PINEAPPLE CAKE

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Crushed pineapple adds moistness and subtle fruity flavor to this tasty layered cake. The cream cheese frosting is mouthwatering.-Joyce Walter, Nicholasville, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)
1 can (15 ounces) sweet potatoes, drained and mashed
1 cup water
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 eggs
1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, well drained
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
FROSTING:
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup butter, softened
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
7-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first 10 ingredients. Beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for 2 minutes. , Divide the batter among three greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., For frosting, in a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, butter and vanilla until fluffy. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar until smooth. Spread between layers and over top and sides of cake. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 703 calories, Fat 22g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 77mg cholesterol, Sodium 431mg sodium, Carbohydrate 124g carbohydrate (96g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

Shahil Badhai
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Overall, this is a solid recipe for a sweet potato cake. It's easy to make and the end result is a moist and flavorful cake.


Jennifer Jackson
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I found this cake to be a bit dry, but the frosting was delicious.


J Calton
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved it.


chidi rebecca
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I've made this cake several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's moist, flavorful, and the pineapple adds a nice touch of sweetness.


Kajiman Moktan
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Just wanted to shout out the amazing flavor of this cake, and the ease of preparing it. My family loved it.


Tiliye Yakob
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This was a delicious and unique cake. I would definitely recommend it to others.


Norahman Masood
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This cake was easy to make and turned out great! I'll definitely be making it again.


Nill Sporsho
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I'm not a big fan of sweet potato, but this cake was surprisingly good! The pineapple and cream cheese frosting really helped to balance out the flavor.


Rahmat Shah
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This is the best sweet potato cake I've ever had! The pineapple and cream cheese frosting are the perfect complement to the moist cake.


Solomon Mbebene
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I made this cake for my family and they loved it! The sweet potato gave it a unique flavor and texture.


Farya Koko
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This cake was a hit at my party! It was moist and flavorful, and the pineapple added a nice tanginess. I would definitely make this again.