Sweet Potato Chocolate Cake
A delightful and nutritious dessert made with sweet potatoes and rich cocoa for a healthier twist on traditional cake.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, baked and cooled
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup maple syrup or honey
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a round cake pan.
- Mash the baked sweet potatoes until smooth.
- Combine the cocoa powder, maple syrup (or honey), eggs, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, baking soda, and salt in the bowl. Mix until well combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For a unique twist, consider adding nuts, chocolate chips, or a dash of cinnamon.