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Sweet Potato Cinnamon Roll Cake


  • Author: Sally Thompson
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Description

A moist, warmly spiced cake made with mashed sweet potatoes and a rich cinnamon-sugar swirl, topped with a creamy vanilla glaze. Perfect for cozy breakfasts, brunches, or dessert.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes (roasted and cooled)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup milk

Cinnamon Swirl:

  • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon

Glaze:

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 23 tbsp milk
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add mashed sweet potatoes and vanilla extract. Mix until combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk. Mix until just combined.
  6. In a small bowl, mix melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon to create the swirl mixture.
  7. Pour half the batter into the prepared dish. Drop spoonfuls of half the swirl over the batter and gently swirl with a knife.
  8. Repeat with remaining batter and swirl mixture.
  9. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  10. While the cake cools, whisk glaze ingredients until smooth and drizzle over the warm cake.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes