Sweet Potato Cinnamon Roll Cake
A moist and flavorful cake that combines the comforting flavors of sweet potatoes and cinnamon, topped with a creamy glaze, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Cake Ingredients
- 2 cups mashed sweet potatoes Use firm sweet potatoes for best flavor
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour Measure accurately for best results
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts Optional, toast for extra flavor
Glaze Ingredients
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
Cinnamon Swirl
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vegetable oil. Mix well until smooth.
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the sweet potato mixture. Stir until fully combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. If desired, fold in the chopped pecans or walnuts.
- Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.
- In a separate bowl, prepare the cinnamon swirl by mixing together 1/2 cup of brown sugar, 1 tablespoon of cinnamon, and melted butter. Sprinkle this mixture over the batter in the pan.
- Pour the remaining batter on top and gently spread to cover the cinnamon mixture. Use a knife to swirl the layers together for added marbling.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Glazing
- While the cake cools, prepare the glaze by mixing the powdered sugar and milk in a small bowl until smooth.
- Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake before slicing and serving.
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Notes
Cut into squares for easy serving. For added flair, dust extra powdered sugar on top; pair with vanilla or cinnamon ice cream for a delightful experience.