Sweet Potato Cake

Instructions

1. 1
   Cook sweet potatoes by roasting, boiling, or microwaving until fork-tender. Cool, peel, and mash. Measure 1 1/2 cups.
2. 2
   In a large mixing bowl, whisk together mashed sweet potatoes, brown sugar, granulated sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
3. 3
   In a separate bowl, whisk flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
4. 4
   Add dry ingredients to wet mixture in two additions, folding gently after each until just combined.
5. 5
   Pour batter into a greased 9x13-inch pan. Smooth the top and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
6. 6
   Cool cake completely in the pan on a wire rack.
7. 7
   For the frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until creamy. Add powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt; beat until light and fluffy.
8. 8
   Frost the cooled cake, slice, and enjoy!