Sweet Potato Cinnamon Roll Cake

Sweet Potato Cinnamon Roll Cake is a delightfully spongy cake that’s filled and topped with a dreamy cinnamon sugar swirl and sweet glaze. It’s not heavy or overly sweet either. I think it’s a perfect fall or holiday dessert, and if you’re not a fan of sweet potatoes, feel free to omit them.

It will still be undeniably delicious! If you’re looking for a light & airy dessert that’s not overly sweet, you’ve come to the right place. When you make a light and spongy cake and pair it with a cinnamon swirl and a sweet glaze, you get the perfect cake. The addition of sweet potatoes just sends it over the top. I’ve really been in the mood for fall to arrive, and this dreamy cake reminds me of autumn and holiday gatherings. Not a fan of sweet potatoes? Don’t worry, it’s still delicious without them.

Kitchen Equipment Needed

• Large mixing bowls
• Electric mixer or stand mixer
• 9×13-inch baking pan
• Spatula
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Whisk
• Medium saucepan

Ingredients

For the Cake:

• 1 cup sweet potato puree
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1/2 cup butter, melted
• 1/2 cup milk
• 3 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

For the Cinnamon Swirl:

• 1/2 cup butter, melted
• 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

For the Glaze:

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2-3 tablespoons milk
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

1. Prepare the Cake:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan.
   • In a large mixing bowl, combine the sweet potato puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, melted butter, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
   • In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon.
   • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
   • Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly.
2. Prepare the Cinnamon Swirl:
   • In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon until well combined.
   • Drop spoonfuls of the cinnamon mixture over the cake batter, then use a knife to swirl it into the batter.
3. Bake the Cake:
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
   • Allow the cake to cool in the pan on a wire rack.
4. Prepare the Glaze:
   • In a medium saucepan, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Adjust the consistency with more milk if necessary.
5. Finish the Cake:
   • Once the cake has cooled, drizzle the glaze over the top.
   • Allow the glaze to set before serving.

Enjoy this Sweet Potato Cinnamon Roll Cake for a delightful and comforting dessert that’s sure to please everyone