Description
A moist and flavorful cake featuring sweet potatoes, honey, and crunchy pecans, perfect for desserts or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Mix in the mashed sweet potatoes and honey until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped pecans.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
For a nut-free version, substitute pecans with walnuts or omit them. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Method: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Fat: 17g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Protein: 5g