Chocolate Sweet Potato Cake
By Wafa — 100+ tested recipes
An incredibly moist and fudgy chocolate cake where sweet potato replaces butter for a creamy texture without the vegetable taste. A delicious and healthier surprise.
Ingredients
- 250 g cooked sweet potato (equivalent to one medium sweet potato, orange flesh recommended)
- 2 eggs
- 120 ml vegetable oil
- 80 g sugar
- 150 g dark chocolate
- 90 g flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- 1Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a cake tin and line it with parchment paper.
- 2Cook the sweet potato, mash it into a puree, and let it cool.
- 3Melt the chocolate and let it cool slightly.
- 4In a large bowl, whisk the eggs with the oil, sugar, and vanilla.
- 5Stir in the sweet potato puree, then the melted chocolate.
- 6In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- 7Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until you have a smooth batter. (Check for doneness with a toothpick: it should come out clean.)
- 8Pour the batter into the prepared tin and smooth the surface. Bake for approximately 30 to 35 minutes.
- 9Let the cake cool completely before removing it from the tin.
Tips
- Use orange-fleshed sweet potatoes for more natural sweetness and creaminess.
- This dessert is even better the next day after the flavors have developed.
- Serve it with coconut whipped cream or fresh red berries.
Substitutions
- Butter → Sweet potato — Used as a butter substitute for a fudgy texture.
Nutrition
Frequently asked questions
Can you actually taste the sweet potato in the cake?
No, don't worry, you cannot taste the sweet potato; it blends perfectly with the chocolate. In fact, I bet those who taste your cake will never guess it contains sweet potato.
Does the sweet potato completely replace the butter?
Yes, in this recipe, the sweet potato is used as a substitute for butter, giving the cake its moist and fudgy texture.
How do I know when the cake is properly cooked?
The cake is ready when the top is firm to the touch and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
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