Introduction
Few things say love and comfort like a slice of Grandma’s Famous Sweet Potato Butter Cake. Rich, moist, and full of warm spices, this cake brings back memories of family gatherings, Sunday dinners, and the aroma of a Southern kitchen in full swing.
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
2 cups granulated sugar
4 large eggs
1 ½ cups mashed sweet potatoes (about 2 medium sweet potatoes, cooked and mashed)
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 tsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
½ tsp salt
1 tsp ground cinnamon
½ tsp ground nutmeg
½ tsp ground ginger
1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
2 tsp vanilla extract
Optional Topping:
Powdered sugar for dusting
Cream cheese glaze or caramel drizzle
Toasted pecans for garnish
Preparation:
Step 1: Prepare the Sweet Potatoes
Peel and cube sweet potatoes. Boil in water until fork-tender (about 15–20 minutes). Drain well and mash until smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.
Step 2: Preheat and Prepare Pan
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