POTATO CAKE
This Potato Cake recipe is a delightful combination of sweet and savory flavors, perfect for a comforting treat. The cake features a moist crumb with a hint of chocolate and warm spices, making it an irresistible dessert. The addition of mashed potatoes creates a unique texture and adds a subtle depth of flavor. Serve this cake for a special occasion or simply enjoy it with a cup of coffee.
Ingredients
- 2/3 cup Butter
- 2 cups Granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup Milk
- 4 count Large eggs
- 1 cup Mashed potatoes
- 1 cup Unsweetened chocolate, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Ground cloves
- 1 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Chopped walnuts
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 4 count Large egg whites
- 0 as needed Jam (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
Instructions
- 1In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- 2Add the milk and egg yolks to the butter mixture and mix until combined. Stir in the mashed potatoes.
- 3Add the chopped chocolate, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
- 4In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder. Add the dry ingredients and chopped walnuts to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
- 5In a separate clean bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the batter.
- 6Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 7Let the cakes cool completely. Once cooled, cut each cake in half horizontally. Spread jam between the layers and assemble the cake.