Posted on Thursday, May 29, 2025 in
Cake Recipes
Golden, and flavorful sweet potato cakes recipe (broinhas de batata doce), packed with cozy spices, these are the perfect blend of comfort, and sweetness.
| Preparation time | 15 min |
| Cooking Time | 30 min |
| Ready In | 45 min |
| Level of Difficulty | Very Easy |
| Servings | 16 Servings |
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
| Calories | 389 kcal |
| Fat | 15 g |
| Carbs | 59 g |
| Protein | 5 g |
Ingredients
250g cooked and mashed sweet potato280g all-purpose flour1 tablespoon baking powder80g softened butter2 whole eggs125g sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamonCandied fruits to tasteWalnuts and raisins (to taste)
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
- In a bowl, mash the sweet potato well until smooth.
- Add the sugar, eggs, and softened butter.
- Mix well until creamy and uniform.
- Sift the flour, baking powder, and cinnamon together.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the sweet potato mix, stirring until a soft, even dough forms.
- Add the candied fruits, walnuts, and raisins.
- Mix well to distribute evenly.
- With floured hands, take small portions of dough and shape the cakes to the desired size.
- Place them on a baking tray lined with parchment paper, leaving space between each.
- Bake for 20 to 30 minutes or until lightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and let cool before serving.
Recipe & Photo Credit: Amieira do Tejo