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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.
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Equipment

  • Large mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer or stand mixer
  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Whisk
  • Medium saucepan

Ingredients
  

  • 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

Instructions
 

  • Directions
  • Prepare the Cake:
  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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!