Indulge in the rich, decadent flavors of Southern sweet potato cake topped with luscious cream cheese frosting.

This moist and flavorful cake is perfect for any special occasion or a cozy evening at home. The sweet potatoes add a natural sweetness and richness to the cake, while the cream cheese frosting adds a creamy and tangy finish. Get ready to wow your taste buds with this delicious dessert!

Ingredients

• 2 cups mashed sweet potatoes
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 2 cups sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp nutmeg
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup chopped pecans
• 1/2 cup raisins (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine mashed sweet potatoes, vegetable oil, and sugar. Mix well.
3. Add eggs one at a time, beating after each addition.
4. In a separate bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
5. Gradually add dry ingredients to the sweet potato mixture, mixing until well combined.
6. Stir in chopped pecans and raisins, if using.
7. Pour batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
8. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Let the cake cool completely before frosting.
10. For the cream cheese frosting, beat together 1/2 cup softened butter, 8 oz softened cream cheese, 1 tsp vanilla extract, and 4 cups powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
11. Spread frosting over the cooled cake and enjoy!

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