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Sweet Potato Honey Bun Cake

Sweet Potato Honey Bun Cake: A Cozy Morning Delight

Sweet Potato Honey Bun Cake is an irresistible fusion of breakfast and dessert, perfect for morning gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 24 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups sweet potatoes, mashed Fresh Garnet or Jewel sweet potatoes are preferred.
  • 1 box cake mix A simple base that ensures quick preparation.
  • 8 oz cream cheese Adds richness and moisture.
  • 3 large eggs Essential for stability and structure.
  • ½ cup oil Vegetable or canola oil for a tender crumb.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract Enhances the cake's flavor.
For the Sugar Swirl
  • ½ cup brown sugar Adds deep sweetness.
  • 1 tbsp cinnamon Essential for flavor.
  • 1 tsp ginger Essential for flavor.
  • ½ tsp nutmeg Essential for flavor.
For the Glaze
  • 2 cups confectioners' sugar Sweetens the icing.
  • ¼ cup milk Achieves the perfect pourable consistency.
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup Adds depth and flavor.

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • stand mixer
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a 9x13 inch baking pan with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. In a stand mixer, combine the cake mix, sweet potato, cream cheese, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
  3. In a separate bowl, stir together the brown sugar, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg to create the sugar swirl.
  4. Spread half of the sweet potato cake batter into the greased baking pan, then sprinkle the sugar swirl over it. Pour the remaining batter and swirl together.
  5. Bake for about 27-29 minutes until golden brown and pulling away from edges.
  6. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 30 minutes.
  7. Whisk together the icing ingredients until smooth.
  8. Spread the icing over the cooled cake and let it set for about 10 minutes before slicing into 24 pieces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store covered at room temperature for up to 2 days. Refrigerate for longer freshness, or freeze for up to 3 months.

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