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Sweet Potato Honeybun Cake

Moist Sweet Potato Honeybun Cake with a Cinnamon Twist

This Sweet Potato Honeybun Cake combines earthy sweetness and a luscious cinnamon swirl, perfect for brunch gatherings or cozy family dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups mashed sweet potatoes or canned sweet potato puree
  • 1 cup granulated sugar reduce for less sweetness
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted coconut oil
  • 3 large eggs can use flax eggs for vegan option
  • 1 cup buttermilk or milk mixed with vinegar/yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract pure extract recommended
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour gluten-free option available
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder ensure fresh
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
For the Cinnamon Swirl
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk non-dairy option for vegan
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • hand mixer or whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, combine mashed sweet potatoes, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, buttermilk, and vanilla. Blend until smooth.
  3. In a separate bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
  4. Gradually add dry mixture to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  5. In a small bowl, mix additional sugar and cinnamon for the swirl. Set aside.
  6. Pour half the batter into the greased pan, then sprinkle half the cinnamon mixture on top.
  7. Layer the remaining batter over, then swirl together with a knife or skewer. Top with remaining cinnamon mixture.
  8. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool on wire rack for 15-20 minutes.
  9. Whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla for the glaze. Drizzle over cooled cake.
  10. Serve and enjoy your delicious Sweet Potato Honeybun Cake!

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best flavor, let the cake cool completely before glazing.

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