About the Recipe
A healthy alternative to sugary and high in gluten cakes. This Chocolate Sweet Potato Cake is born from a quest for a naturally sweet, gluten-free dessert that’s both healthy and easy to make. Sweet potatoes and dates bring natural sweetness, replacing refined sugars, while cacao powder and a touch of vanilla add a rich, chocolatey depth without artificial ingredients. The ingredients for this cake are easily available in any supermarket in the world and super easy to prepare —no fancy equipment required! Perfect for satisfying chocolate cravings in a wholesome way, this recipe can be easily made almost anywhere, whether you’re at home or on the go.
Ingredients
Ingredients:
1 kg sweet potatoes, washed and peeled
2 pinches of salt
1 vanilla bean (or 1 drop of Young Living vanilla essential oil)
3 dates, pitted
3 tablespoons cacao powder
1 tablespoon cacao butter, melted
Preparation
Instructions:
Steam the Sweet Potatoes
Place the peeled sweet potatoes in a steamer and cook for about 35 minutes or until tender. Use a fork to check doneness.
Prepare the Batter
Add the steamed sweet potatoes, salt, vanilla, dates, cacao powder, and melted cacao butter to a food processor. Blend until smooth and creamy.
Prepare for Baking
Line a baking dish with parchment paper. Pour the batter into the prepared dish, smoothing the top.
Bake the Cake
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Bake the cake for 90 minutes, or until it is set in the center.
Serve
Enjoy the cake warm, or chill it in the refrigerator for a firmer texture.