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Sweet Potato Cinnamon Roll Cake

  • Author: Lorenzo Devereaux
  • Total Time: 47 minute
  • Yield: 8 servings

Description

If you love the idea of merging warm spices, sweet earthy flavors, and soft-baked comfort into one irresistible dish, then this Sweet Potato Cinnamon Roll Cake is for you. With the richness of mashed sweet potatoes and the gooey swirls of cinnamon sugar, this cake feels like your favorite fall dessert and morning pastry in one. It’s a perfect choice when you’re craving quick breakfast bakes, easy dessert ideas, or unique food ideas that feel homemade and festive.

From brunch tables to potluck desserts, this easy recipe adds charm and flavor without fuss. Topped with a simple vanilla glaze, it delivers the satisfaction of a cinnamon roll without the wait for yeast to rise. Whether you serve it warm with coffee or bring it along to share, it’s sure to draw smiles.

Ingredients

For the Cake:

1 cup mashed cooked sweet potato (about 1 medium sweet potato)

2 cups all-purpose flour

2 tsp baking powder

1/2 tsp baking soda

1/2 tsp salt

1 tsp cinnamon

1/2 tsp nutmeg

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1/2 cup brown sugar

2 large eggs

1/2 cup sour cream

1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Cinnamon Swirl:

1/3 cup brown sugar

1 tbsp cinnamon

2 tbsp melted butter

For the Glaze:

1 cup powdered sugar

1–2 tbsp milk

1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8-inch round cake pan.
  2. Whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a medium bowl.
  3. In a large bowl, beat butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time. Mix in sour cream, vanilla, and mashed sweet potato.
  4. Add dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Stir just until combined.
  5. Pour half the batter into the pan. Mix swirl ingredients and drizzle half over the batter. Repeat with the remaining batter and swirl. Marble gently with a knife.
  6. Bake 35–40 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool 10 minutes, then transfer to a rack.
  8. Mix glaze ingredients and drizzle over warm cake.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Bake Time: 35–40 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast, Dessert

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