Description
This Sweet Potato Cinnamon Roll Cake combines the cozy, comforting flavors of cinnamon rolls with the richness of sweet potato, making it the perfect dessert or breakfast treat. With a soft, spiced cake base, swirls of cinnamon sugar, and a sweet glaze, this cake is a must-try for fall or any time you’re craving something warm and indulgent!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Cake:
- 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes (about 1 medium sweet potato)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
For the Cinnamon Sugar Swirl:
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
For the Glaze:
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Oven and Pan:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round or square baking dish and set aside.
- Make the Cake:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the mashed sweet potatoes, granulated sugar, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Prepare the Cinnamon Sugar Swirl:
- In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter until smooth.
- Pour the cake batter into the prepared baking dish. Drizzle the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the top of the batter. Using a knife or skewer, gently swirl the cinnamon sugar into the batter to create a marbled effect.
- Bake the Cake:
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Let the cake cool for about 10 minutes in the pan.
- Make the Glaze:
- While the cake is cooling, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and pourable.
- Glaze and Serve:
- Once the cake has cooled slightly, drizzle the glaze over the top. Slice and serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- You can use a hand mixer for the cake batter if you prefer a smoother texture.
- For extra flavor, consider adding chopped pecans or walnuts to the cinnamon sugar swirl or as a garnish on top.
- The cake can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (based on 8 servings)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg