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Flourless Sweet Potato Ginger Cake

Flourless Sweet Potato Ginger Cake: Cozy Autumn Bliss

Indulge in this Flourless Sweet Potato Ginger Cake, a gluten-free dessert that's healthy and perfect for cozy gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes peeled and boiled until tender
  • 1 cup almond butter can substitute with cashew or peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
  • 2 large eggs or substitute with flax eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp freshly grated ginger
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp ground cloves
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp baking soda

Equipment

  • 9-inch round cake pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • pot for boiling

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan with almond butter or cooking spray.
  2. Peel and chop two medium sweet potatoes into chunks, cook in boiling water for about 15-20 minutes, then mash until smooth.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes, almond butter, maple syrup, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Add grated ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt; mix until incorporated.
  5. Gently fold in the baking soda.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Slice and serve plain or with maple syrup or whipped cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 10000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best texture, ensure sweet potatoes are completely smooth. Don't overmix after adding baking soda. Allow cake to rest overnight for deeper flavor. Enjoy warm for a cozier experience.

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