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Sweet Potato Cinnamon Roll Cake

Sweet Potato Cinnamon Roll Cake

This Sweet Potato Cinnamon Roll Cake blends comforting flavors and gooey texture, making it perfect for fall desserts.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Base
  • 2 cups mashed sweet potatoes fresh sweet potatoes yield the best flavor
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar light or dark based on preference
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil can be swapped with canola or avocado oil
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour gluten-free blends can be used as a substitute
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp ground ginger
  • 1 cup buttermilk can be substituted with plant-based milk mixed with vinegar for a dairy-free option
For Cinnamon Swirl
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
For Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp milk
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Knife
  • small bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x13-inch baking dish by greasing it with butter or lining it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the mashed sweet potatoes, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger in a separate bowl. Gradually add to the wet ingredients, folding gently.
  4. Stir in the buttermilk until fully combined, then pour the batter into the prepared baking dish.
  5. For the swirl, mix melted butter, brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon in a small bowl until thick. Drop spoonfuls over the batter and swirl using a knife.
  6. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center.
  7. Let the cake cool for 10-15 minutes, then whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla for the glaze.
  8. Drizzle the glaze over the warm cake, slice, and enjoy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh sweet potatoes for the best flavor. Do not overmix to ensure a tender cake.

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