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Flourless Sweet Potato Ginger Cake

A delicious gluten-free cake made with sweet potatoes and ginger, perfect for a guilt-free treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups mashed sweet potatoes (about 2 medium sweet potatoes) Peel and boil until tender
  • 3/4 cup almond butter You can substitute with sunflower seed butter for a nut-free version.
  • 1/2 cup pure maple syrup Increase for a sweeter cake if desired.
  • 3 large eggs Can be substituted with flax eggs or applesauce for a vegan option.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp freshly grated ginger Adjust based on preference for spice.
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp ground cloves
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp baking soda

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. If not already prepared, peel and boil the sweet potatoes until tender, then mash them with a fork or potato masher.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes, almond butter, maple syrup, eggs, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth and well combined.
  4. Add the freshly grated ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt, and mix well.
  5. Sprinkle the baking soda over the batter and gently fold it in until just incorporated.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  2. Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Store leftover cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. For longer storage, wrap the cake in plastic wrap and aluminum foil, and freeze for up to three months. This cake can be served warm or at room temperature, optionally topped with powdered sugar, whipped cream, or vanilla ice cream.