Sweet Potato Honeybun Cake
Sweet Potato Honeybun Cake is the ultimate dessert cake, offering a rich blend of warm spices, a sweet cinnamon swirl, and the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes. Moist, flavorful, and topped with a smooth glaze, this cake is perfect for family gatherings, holiday celebrations, or an indulgent weekend treat. The addition of mashed sweet potatoes gives it a soft, tender crumb while enhancing its sweet, earthy flavor. This easy-to-follow recipe is sure to become a favorite for dessert lovers everywhere.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes freshly roasted for best flavor
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
For the Cinnamon Swirl:
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
For the Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat and Prepare
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan to prevent sticking.
Combine Wet Ingredients
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, buttermilk, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth and well-blended.
Mix Dry Ingredients
- In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. Sifting helps aerate the flour, ensuring a light and fluffy cake.
Create the Batter
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cake soft and moist.
Add the Cinnamon Swirl
- In a small bowl, mix the granulated sugar and cinnamon for the swirl.
- Pour half of the cake batter into the prepared baking pan.
- Sprinkle half of the cinnamon swirl mixture evenly over the batter.
- Add the remaining batter, then use a knife to swirl the layers gently to create a marbled effect.
- Top with the remaining cinnamon sugar mixture.
Bake to Perfection
- Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
Prepare the Glaze
- In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake for a sweet, glossy finish.
Notes
- This cake combines the sweetness of sweet potatoes with a delightful cinnamon swirl, creating a moist and flavorful dessert.
- The glaze adds a sweet finishing touch to the already delicious cake.