Sweet Potato Layer Cake Recipe

Name: Sweet Potato Layer Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Cake; 3 cups whole wheat pastry flour; 1 1/4 cups brown sugar, packed; 1 tablespoon baking soda; 2 teaspoons cinnamon; 1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger; 3/4 teaspoon nutmeg; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 (15 ounce) can sweet potato puree (I used the insides of about 2 medium baked sweet potatoes mashed with a little soy milk); 1 cup water; 1/4 cup canola oil; 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar; 2 teaspoons vanilla; Frosting; 2/3 cup Earth Balance margarine; 4 cups powdered sugar; 1/4 cup soymilk; 2 teaspoons vanilla; 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut, shredded, toasted and divided; 1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted and divided

Servings: persons

Cake
3 cups whole wheat pastry flour
1 1/4 cups brown sugar, packed
1 tablespoon baking soda
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
3/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 (15 ounce) can sweet potato puree (I used the insides of about 2 medium baked sweet potatoes mashed with a little soy milk)
1 cup water
1/4 cup canola oil
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 teaspoons vanilla
Frosting
2/3 cup Earth Balance margarine
4 cups powdered sugar
1/4 cup soymilk
2 teaspoons vanilla
1/2 cup unsweetened coconut, shredded, toasted and divided
1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted and divided

1
Preheat then oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease two 8-inch cake pans. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt. Add sweet-potato puree, water, oil, vinegar, and vanilla and whisk well to form a smooth batter.
2
Evenly divide the batter between prepared cake pans. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow cakes to cool for 15 minutes in the pans, then remove and allow them to cool completely before frosting.
3
For the frosting, beat margarine with an electric mixer for 30 seconds in a large bowl. With the beaters going, slowly add powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla and beat for 2 to 3 minutes until light and fluffy. Scrape down teh sides of the bowl and beat an additional 30 seconds. For the filling, transfer one-third of the frosting to a small bowl, add 1/4 cup each of the coconut and pecans and stir well to combine.
4
To assemble the cake, place one layer on a serving platter. Spread the filling evenly on top of the first layer. Place the remaining layer on the first. Frost the sides and top of the cake with frosting and then sprinkle the remaining coconut and pecans over the top.

1334

kcal

Calories

Fat

267

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Cake, 3 cups whole wheat pastry flour, 1 1/4 cups brown sugar, packed, 1 tablespoon baking soda, and more.

Yes, Sweet Potato Layer Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Sweet Potato Layer Cake

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Variations & substitutions

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