Description
This Sweet Potato Loaf Cake is a moist and flavorful dessert perfect for fall baking. Made with mashed sweet potatoes and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, it offers a delightful balance of sweetness and spice. Ideal for serving as a comforting treat, this loaf is simple to prepare and bakes to a tender crumb with a golden crust.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup mashed cooked sweet potato
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt until well combined.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate large bowl, mix the mashed cooked sweet potato, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
- Incorporate Dry into Wet: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently just until everything is combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the loaf tender.
- Pour Batter and Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula for even baking. Bake for 50 to 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Allow the loaf to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes to slightly firm up, then transfer it onto a wire rack to cool completely before slicing to maintain texture.
Notes
- For added texture and flavor, fold in 1/2 cup of chopped nuts, such as walnuts or pecans, or chocolate chips into the batter before baking.
- This sweet potato loaf pairs beautifully with a simple powdered sugar glaze or a rich cream cheese frosting for extra indulgence.
