Flourless Sweet Potato Ginger Cake: A Delightfully Healthy Treat
A moist and flavorful cake made with sweet potatoes and ginger, perfect for those seeking a gluten-free dessert option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: dessert
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: gluten-free
Ingredients
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- 2 cups mashed sweet potatoes
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 tablespoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a cake pan.
- In a large bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes and honey or maple syrup.
- Add the eggs and melted coconut oil, mixing well.
- In a separate bowl, mix the almond flour, baking soda, and spices.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let cool before serving.
Notes
- Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Flourless Sweet Potato Ginger Cake