Chocolate Potato Cake

This dessert combines rich chocolate flavors with mashed potatoes. It creates a unique indulgence that’s light and fluffy and will please any crowd.

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Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Servings: servings

Calories: 451kcal

Author: Carolyn Thomas

Equipment

Stand Mixer w/ Bowl
Mixing Bowl
Sifter
spatula
Cake Pans
parchment paper
Cooling Racks

Ingredients

1 cup butter
2 cups sugar
2 eggs
1 cup mashed potatoes
1.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
½ cup cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup whole milk
1 cup chopped nuts optional

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F.
In the bowl of a stand mixer or in a large mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar until pale and fluffy.
Add eggs, one at a time, until fully incorporated. Beat in mashed potato and vanilla.
In a separate, smaller bowl, combine the dry ingredients – flour, cocoa powder, and baking soda.
Alternating, add half of the dry ingredients and then half of the milk, beating to combine between additions and repeating until all the ingredients are incorporated.
Spread batter evenly between two 9” round cake pans (or one 9″x13″ rectangular pan) that have been greased and lined with parchment paper.
Bake at 350° until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 25-30 minutes.
Cool pans on a cooling rack for 10 minutes before removing the cake to wire racks to cool completely (about 30 minutes).
Serve topped with whipped cream, a dusting of powdered sugar, or fresh fruit, or stack in layers and ice with icing of choice.

Notes

Tips for the Best Chocolate Potato Cake

Baking the perfect chocolate potato cake is all about paying attention to the details. To make sure your cake turns out moist, flavorful, and irresistible, follow these helpful tips:

Use Room Temperature Ingredients – Allowing your butter, eggs, and other components to come to room temperature before mixing will help create a smooth, even batter.
Preheat Your Oven – This will allow even cooking and prevent the cake recipe from sticking to ensure an easy release once baked.
Check for Doneness – Insert a toothpick into the center of the cake to check for doneness. When the toothpick comes out clean, your chocolate potato cake is ready.
Cool Completely – Let the cooled cake sit for at least 30 minutes before dusting with powdered sugar or adding any frostings or toppings. This allows the cake to set properly.
Use Quality Ingredients – For the best flavor, use high-quality butter and sugar in your batter. The better the ingredients, the more delicious your potato cake will be.

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