I am 90 years old and have been baking this cake very Christmas for 65 years! My sister-in-law gave me the recipe in 1941 and it has been in demand since. My grandchildren have never been able to figure out why it's called a potato cake since it doesn't taste like potatoes.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h15m
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg yolks, potatoes and chocolate. Combine the flour, baking soda, nutmeg and cloves; gradually add to creamed mixture alternately with milk, beating well after each addition. Stir in walnuts., In a small bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form; fold into batter. Pour into a greased and floured 10-in. fluted tube pan. , Bake at 350° for 55-60 minutes or until cake springs back when lightly touched. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack to cool completely. , For frosting, in a small saucepan, melt butter. Add brown sugar; cook and stir over low heat for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; cool for 3 minutes. Stir in the confectioners' sugar, vanilla and enough milk to achieve a thick pouring consistency. Pour over cake.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 415 calories, Fat 19g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 85mg cholesterol, Sodium 300mg sodium, Carbohydrate 59g carbohydrate (43g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
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Christine Pascual
[email protected]This was a great recipe! The cake was easy to make and the frosting was delicious. I would definitely make this again.
Kabanda Badiru
[email protected]I made this potato cake for a party last weekend and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the unique flavor and the moist texture. I will definitely be making this again.
Sahro adan Maxamed
[email protected]This potato cake was a hit with my family! The caramel frosting was rich and flavorful, and the cake itself was moist and fluffy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make dessert.