Best 9 Sweet Potato Cake With Coconut Pecan Frosting Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful harmony of flavors with our tantalizing Sweet Potato Cake adorned with a luscious Coconut Pecan Frosting. This delectable cake is a symphony of textures and tastes, featuring a moist and tender sweet potato base complemented by a rich and creamy frosting. The subtle sweetness of the sweet potatoes pairs perfectly with the nutty風味 of the coconut and pecans, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Our recipe also includes a decadent Chocolate Ganache Glaze that adds an extra layer of richness and decadence. Alternatively, if you prefer a lighter frosting, our Coconut Cream Cheese Frosting offers a tangy and refreshing twist. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SWEET POTATO CAKE WITH COCONUT FROSTING



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Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     dessert

Time 1h35m

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Butter flavored cooking spray (recommended: Mazola Pure)
1 (18.25-ounce) box spice cake mix
2 cups leftover mashed candied sweet potatoes or yams
3 eggs
1 teaspoon coconut extract
1 1/4 cups evaporated milk
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 (12-ounce) cans whipped cream cheese frosting
1 1/2 teaspoons rum extract
3/4 cup leftover cranberry sauce, drained if necessary
2 1/2 cups shredded coconut

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly spray 2 (8 or 9-inch) round cake pans with butter flavored cooking spray; set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine cake mix, mashed sweet potatoes, eggs, coconut extract, evaporated milk, and oil. Use an electric mixer to beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Scrape down sides of bowl and beat for 2 minutes on medium speed.
  • Divide batter between prepared cake pans. Bake in preheated oven for 45 to 55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in middle of cakes comes out clean. Let cakes cool in pan for 10 minutes. Invert onto a wire cooling rack to cool completely.
  • In a medium mixing bowl, combine frosting and rum extract; set aside.
  • Place 1 of the cooled cake layers on serving plate. Cut a triangle from the bottom corner of a small zip-top bag. Spoon 1/4 cup of frosting into bag and secure top with 1 hand. Use other hand to guide bag and squeeze a thick border of frosting around the edge of the cake layer. Spoon cranberry sauce in the center of frosting border.
  • Carefully place the other cake layer on top. Frost cake with remaining frosting. Sprinkle with coconut and gently pat to adhere to frosting. Slice and serve.

SWEET POTATO CAKE WITH CREAM CHEESE FROSTING



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This wonderful sweet potato cake recipe is topped with a cream cheese frosting. Sprinkle the frosting with toasted coconut or pecans.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Dessert     Cake

Time 1h5m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 18

8 ounces/1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
4 ounces/1/2 cup butter (softened)
1 cup light brown sugar (packed)
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup sweet potatoes (mashed or pureed)
1/2 cup pecans (chopped)
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
2 tablespoons butter (softened)
1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional: coconut (toasted)
Optional: pecans (chopped)

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Butter a 9- x 5- x 3-inch loaf pan then dust with flour to coat . Preheat the oven to 350 F/180 C/Gas 4.
  • In a bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, nutmeg, and cinnamon. Blend well and set aside.
  • In a mixing bowl with an electric mixer, beat the butter and brown sugar together until fluffy, about 2 to 3 minutes. Beat in the eggs and vanilla until smooth and well blended.
  • Add the flour mixture and sweet potatoes to the first mixture and beat on low speed until well blended.
  • Stir in the 1/2 cup of chopped pecans.
  • Spoon the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  • Bake the cake for 50 to 60 minutes, until a toothpick comes out dry when inserted in the center of the loaf.
  • Cool in the pan on a rack for 10 minutes. Remove from the pan and cool completely on a rack.
  • Gather the ingredients.
  • In a medium bowl with an electric mixer, beat the cream cheese with the butter until smooth and well blended. Slowly beat in the confectioners' sugar and vanilla.
  • Frost the top of the cake. Sprinkle with toasted coconut or chopped pecans, if desired.
  • Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 481 kcal, Carbohydrate 60 g, Cholesterol 132 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Sodium 503 mg, Fat 25 g, ServingSize 8 to 10 servings, UnsaturatedFat 12 g

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.

SWEET POTATO CAKE WITH COCONUT PECAN CREAM CHEESE FROSTING



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Doesn't this just sounds wonderful?!?! Turns a cake mix into something absolutely delicious! This is from "The Cake Mix Doctor" By Ann Byrn.

Provided by Courtly

Categories     Dessert

Time 56m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (16 ounce) can sweet potatoes in syrup
1 (18 1/4 ounce) package plain spice cake mix
3 large eggs
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup butter, softened
2 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar, sifted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup frozen grated unsweetened coconut, thawed
1/2 cup finely chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350. Grease and flour two 9 inch round cake pans.
  • Mash sweet potatoes with their heavy syrup in mixing bowl using fork or potato masher. Add cake mix, eggs, oil, and cinnamon. Blend with mixer on low speed for 1 minute. Stop machine and scrape down sides of bowl. Increase mixer speed to medium and beat 2 to 3 minutes more, scraping down sides again, if needed. The batter should look well combined and thickened. Divide batter between prepared pans. Place pans in oven.
  • Bake cakes until they spring back when lightly pressed with your finger and just start to pull away from edge of pan, 28-31 minutes. Remove pans from oven and place on wire racks to cool for 10 minutes. Run a dinner knife around edge of each layer and invert onto a wire rack. Cool to room temperature.
  • Meanwhile, prepare Coconut Pecan Cream Cheese Frosting:.
  • Place cream cheese and butter in large mixing bowl. Blend with mixer on low speed until combined, 30 seconds. Stop machine. Add confectioners' sugar, a bit at a time, blending with the mixer on low speed until the sugar is well incorporated, 1 minute. Add vanilla, then increase mixer speed to medium and blend the frosting until fluffy, 1 minute more. Fold in coconut and pecans.
  • Place one cake layer, right side up, on platter. Spread the top with frosting. Place second layer, right side up, on top of the first layer and frost top and sides of cake with clean, smooth strokes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 470.5, Fat 27.8, SaturatedFat 13, Cholesterol 70.5, Sodium 322.3, Carbohydrate 52.7, Fiber 3, Sugar 35.9, Protein 4.9

SWEET POTATO CAKE WITH COCONUT FILLING AND CARAMEL FROSTING



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 3h15m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 28

Vegetable cooking spray
All-purpose flour, for dusting pans
1 cup butter, softened
3 cups sugar
6 large eggs, separated
1 1/2 cups mashed cooked sweet potatoes
1 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped pecans
3 cups all-purpose flour
Coconut Filling, recipe follows
Caramel Frosting, recipe follows
1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 cup milk
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup frozen grated coconut, thawed
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 (3-ounce) packages cream cheese, cut into cubes and softened
3/4 cup whipping cream
2 1/4 cups sugar
2/3 cup water
9 tablespoons butter, cut into 1/2-inch cubes

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Coat 3 (9-inch) cake pans with cooking spray; dust lightly with flour. Set aside.
  • Beat butter and sugar at medium-high speed with an electric mixer until fluffy. Add egg yolks, 1 at a time, beating until blended after each addition. Beat in sweet potatoes and next 6 ingredients, adding each ingredient 1 at a time. Add pecans and 3 cups flour, beating just until blended.
  • Beat egg whites in a separate bowl at high speed with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form; fold into batter. Spoon batter evenly into prepared pans.
  • Bake for 25 minutes or until wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pans on wire racks 10 minutes; remove and cool completely on wire racks.
  • Spread Coconut Filling evenly between cake layers. Gradually pour about 1/2 cup Caramel Frosting on top of cake, spreading over top and sides with a small spatula. Place cake in refrigerator. Chill remaining Caramel Frosting 45 minutes. Pour another 1/2 cup Caramel Frosting on cake, spreading over top and sides. Repeat procedure with remaining frosting, using 1/2 cup frosting at a time and chilling every 15 minutes. Store cake in refrigerator.
  • Combine first 3 ingredients in a heavy 2-quart saucepan; gradually stir in milk, and cook, stirring constantly, over medium heat 3 minutes or until thickened.
  • Stir about one-fourth of hot milk mixture gradually into egg; add egg mixture to remaining hot milk mixture, stirring constantly. Return to a boil, and cook, stirring constantly, 1 minute or until thickened. Remove from heat; stir in coconut and vanilla. Place heavy-duty plastic wrap directly on warm filling. Cool completely; chill 1 hour.
  • Whisk together cream cheese and cream in a small bowl until smooth.
  • Cook sugar and 2/3 cup water in a heavy 3 1/2-quart saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, 5 minutes or until sugar dissolves. Increase heat to high, and bring mixture to a boil without stirring. Using a pastry brush dipped in hot water, wash down any sugar crystals on sides of pan. Cook, without stirring, 10 minutes or just until syrup turns a deep amber color.
  • Whisk in butter gradually; gradually whisk in cream cheese mixture until smooth. Remove from heat; cool 10 minutes, whisking occasionally.

DOLESTER MILES' COCONUT PECAN CAKE



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This is a rich, special-occasion cake that takes the traditional Southern coconut cake to another level, with ground toasted pecans in the batter and an easy-to-make Chantilly cream for frosting. It has become the signature dessert for Dolester Miles, who serves slices over a little puddle of crème anglaise at Chez Fonfon and Bottega, and sometimes at the Highlands Bar & Grill, the Birmingham, Ala., restaurants owned by Frank and Pardis Stitt. Assembly can be a challenge, so she suggests building the cake by stacking the delicate slabs of cake with filling in between each layer into a deep, round cake pan, then slipping it into the refrigerator for about an hour. The filling acts like a delicious glue. When the cake is inverted and unmolded, the edges have an even, professional appearance.

Provided by Kim Severson

Categories     cakes, dessert

Time 5h30m

Yield 12 to 14 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 cup/85 grams firmly packed sweetened shredded coconut
3/4 cup/74 grams pecan halves, toasted
2 cups/402 grams granulated sugar
2 1/4 cups/287 grams all-purpose flour, plus more for the pans
1 tablespoon baking powder
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
3/4 cup/170 grams unsalted butter (1 1/2 sticks), softened, plus more for the pans
1/4 cup/60 milliliters cream of coconut
4 large eggs
1/4 teaspoon coconut extract
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons/270 milliliters unsweetened coconut milk
2 large egg yolks, lightly beaten
3/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
4 tablespoons/57 grams unsalted butter
1 tablespoon cream of coconut
1 cup/85 grams sweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup/101 grams granulated sugar
1 cup/240 milliliters heavy cream
1/4 cup/31 grams confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon coconut extract
2 cups/170 grams sweetened shredded coconut, toasted

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. Grease two 9-inch round cake pans and line the bottom of each with parchment paper. Grease the parchment paper, then dust with flour, tapping out excess.
  • Finely grind the coconut in a food processor, then transfer to a bowl. Add pecans to the food processor, along with 2 tablespoons sugar, and finely grind them.
  • In a large bowl, sift together flour, baking powder and salt. Stir in coconut and pecans.
  • In the bowl of a mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat butter, cream of coconut and the remaining sugar on high speed until light and fluffy, about 4 minutes. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition and scraping down the bowl as necessary, then beat in coconut extract.
  • Add the flour mixture in 3 batches, alternating with the coconut milk, starting and ending with flour mixture. Divide batter between the pans and smooth the top of each with a spatula. Bake until cakes are golden and a tester comes out clean, 30 to 35 minutes. Let cakes cool in the pans on a wire rack for 30 minutes. Run a knife around the edge of each cake, invert onto rack, and remove the parchment. Let cool completely.
  • Meanwhile, make the filling: Place egg yolks in a small heatproof bowl and set aside. In a saucepan, combine condensed milk, butter and cream of coconut and cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until hot, about 4 minutes. Whisk 1/3 of the hot milk into the egg yolks. Transfer egg mixture to the saucepan of milk and whisk constantly over medium-low heat until mixture has the consistency of pudding, about 4 minutes. Do not let the custard get too thick. Transfer to a bowl and stir in the shredded coconut. Let cool completely.
  • Make the simple syrup: In a saucepan, heat sugar and 1/2 cup water, stirring occasionally, until sugar has dissolved. Remove from heat.
  • Assemble the layer cake in a pan: Cut each cake in half horizontally. Place one layer in the bottom of a 9-inch cake pan, moisten the top with 2 to 3 tablespoons simple syrup and spread 1/2 cup of the coconut filling in a thin, even layer with an offset spatula. Repeat to make 2 more layers of cake and filling, then place the last layer on top. Refrigerate cake for about 1 hour. To unmold, run a spatula around the edges, invert a cake plate over the top, and flip the cake over onto the plate.
  • Make the icing: Whip the cream with the confectioners' sugar and coconut extract until stiff peaks form. Spread on the top and sides of the cake and sprinkle with toasted coconut. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 730, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 80 grams, Fat 44 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 8 grams, SaturatedFat 30 grams, Sodium 301 milligrams, Sugar 62 grams, TransFat 1 gram

COCONUT PECAN FROSTING II



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This frosting is great on many cakes, not the least of which is German Chocolate Cake.

Provided by AUNT B

Categories     Desserts     Frostings and Icings

Time 15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup evaporated milk
1 cup white sugar
3 egg yolks
½ cup butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ½ cups flaked coconut
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • In a saucepan over medium heat, combine milk, sugar, egg yolks, butter and vanilla. Cook, stirring frequently, until thickened. Remove from heat and stir in coconut and pecans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279.6 calories, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 77.6 mg, Fat 19.5 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 9.2 g, Sodium 105.1 mg, Sugar 22.6 g

SWEET POTATO CAKE



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Sweet potatoes are not only tasty and versatile, they're good for you as well. Family and friends never mind eating a nutritious vegetable when it's part of this easy-to-prepare dessert, I like to serve this as a snack cake or breakfast coffee cake.-Kathy Theriot, St. Martinville, Louisiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1-1/3 cups sugar
1 cup cold mashed sweet potatoes (without added milk or butter)
1/3 cup shortening
1/3 cup water
1 egg
1-2/3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
2/3 cup raisins
1/3 cup chopped pecans
Confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat the sugar, potatoes, shortening, water and egg. Combine dry ingredients; add to potato mixture and mix well. Stir in raisins and pecans. Pour into a greased 8-cup fluted tube pan. , Bake at 350° for 45-50 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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 337 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 384mg sodium, Carbohydrate 59g carbohydrate (36g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

SWEET POTATO LAYER CAKE



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"A true Southern classic, this cake is a hit at church functions and bake sales," writes Christy Shepard from Marion, North Carolina.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 10-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 20

1-1/2 cups canola oil
2 cups sugar
4 eggs, separated
1-1/2 cups finely shredded uncooked sweet potato (about 1 medium)
1/4 cup hot water
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2-1/2 cups cake flour
3 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped pecans
FROSTING:
1-1/3 cups sugar
2 cans (5 ounces each) evaporated milk
4 egg yolks, lightly beaten
1/2 cup butter, cubed
2-2/3 cups sweetened shredded coconut
1 cup chopped pecans
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat oil and sugar. Add egg yolks, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in the sweet potato, water and vanilla. , In a small bowl, beat egg whites until stiff; fold into the sweet potato mixture. Combine the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt; add to potato mixture and mix well. Stir in pecans. Pour into three greased and lightly floured 9-in. round baking pans. , Bake at 350° for 22-27 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing to wire racks. , For frosting, in a small heavy saucepan over medium heat, whisk the sugar, milk and eggs yolks until smooth. Add butter; cook, whisking constantly, until mixture is thickened and coats the back of a metal spoon, about 10-12 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in the coconut, pecans and vanilla. Transfer to a small bowl; cool for 10 minutes. , Place one cake layer on a serving plate; spread with a third of the frosting. Repeat layers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 941 calories, Fat 61g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 166mg cholesterol, Sodium 318mg sodium, Carbohydrate 95g carbohydrate (65g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

Tips:

  • Use a food processor or blender to make the sweet potato puree. This will help to ensure that the puree is smooth and lump-free.
  • Be sure to measure your flour correctly. Too much flour can make the cake dry and dense.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can develop the gluten in the flour, which can make the cake tough.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Overbaking can dry out the cake.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.
  • For a more intense coconut flavor, toast the coconut before adding it to the frosting.
  • If you don't have coconut milk on hand, you can substitute unsweetened almond milk or soy milk.
  • Store the frosted cake in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

This sweet potato cake with coconut-pecan frosting is a delicious and decadent dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The cake is moist and flavorful, and the frosting is rich and creamy. With its unique flavor combination, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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