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Flourless Sweet Potato Ginger Cake

Flourless Sweet Potato Ginger Cake: Warm, Cozy Indulgence

A delicious Flourless Sweet Potato Ginger Cake that offers a moist, gluten-free treat perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups mashed sweet potatoes from about 2 medium sweet potatoes
  • 1 cup almond butter can substitute with cashew or sunflower seed butter
  • 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda

Equipment

  • 9-inch round cake pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk or electric mixer
  • pot for boiling
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. Peel and chop about 2 medium sweet potatoes, boil for 15–20 minutes, then mash until smooth.
  3. In a bowl, combine sweet potato mash, almond butter, maple syrup, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until silky.
  4. Stir in grated ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt. Mix until evenly incorporated.
  5. Sprinkle baking soda over the batter and fold gently to combine.
  6. Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  9. Serve plain or with optional toppings like whipped cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Resting the cake overnight enhances its flavor. Use fresh ingredients for the best taste.

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