Sweet Potato Bourbon Whiskey Cake Recipe

Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with this decadent Sweet Potato Bourbon Whiskey Cake! This recipe, straight from a treasured victory garden cookbook, boasts a moist, subtly spiced texture that's utterly irresistible. No need for icing – a light dusting of confectioners' sugar is all it needs to shine. Perfect for autumn gatherings or a cozy night in when sweet potatoes are at their peak.

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 90 mins

Calories 625 kcal

Protein 13g

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Ingredients for Sweet Potato Bourbon Whiskey Cake

Cake Flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Ground Cloves
1/2 cup vegetable oil
Sugar
1 cup packed light brown sugar
2 large eggs
Water
1/2 cup bourbon
Pecans
Sweet Potato
Cream Of Tartar

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How to Make Sweet Potato Bourbon Whiskey Cake

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
In a large bowl, mash the sweet potatoes until smooth. Add the bourbon, brown sugar, eggs, oil, and vanilla extract; mix well.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the cake cool completely in the pan before dusting with confectioners' sugar and serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

18 g

Sugar

144g

Fat

26g

Carbs

22g

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Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Occasion Yams Sweet Potatoes Desserts Potatoes Vegetables Fall Holiday Event Winter Cakes Seasonal 4 Hours Or Less

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Sweet Potato Bourbon Whiskey Cake?

Sweet Potato Bourbon Whiskey Cake takes about 110 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 90 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Sweet Potato Bourbon Whiskey Cake?

Sweet Potato Bourbon Whiskey Cake has approximately 625 calories per serving, with about 13 g protein, 22 g carbohydrates and 55 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Sweet Potato Bourbon Whiskey Cake?

The key ingredients for Sweet Potato Bourbon Whiskey Cake are Cake Flour, Baking Powder, Salt, Cinnamon, Nutmeg, Ground Cloves. See the full list with measurements above.