Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Quick Sweet Potato Honey Bun Cake, a perfect fusion of homey comfort and modern elegance. This moist cake, enriched with well-mashed sweet potatoes and warm spices, is swirled with creamy goodness and finished with a luscious maple glaze. Whether enjoyed as a delightful breakfast treat or a charming dessert, this cake promises to create memorable moments around your table. Its inviting aroma fills the kitchen while baking, making it an instant favorite among friends and family. So grab your apron and prepare to embark on a delicious culinary journey!
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups well-mashed sweet potato
- 1 box yellow cake mix (15.25 oz)
- 4 ounces softened cream cheese
- 3/4 cup vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs at room temperature
- 1 tablespoon vanilla essence
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 3/4 teaspoon cinnamon powder
- 1 teaspoon ginger powder
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg powder
- 1 1/4 cups powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 1 tablespoon authentic maple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8-inch round baking pan.
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese and vegetable oil using an electric mixer until smooth.
- Add room temperature eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla essence, mixing until well combined.
- Gently fold in mashed sweet potato until fully incorporated.
- In another bowl, mix together yellow cake mix, brown sugar, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined; do not overmix.
- Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan, layer with half of the spice mixture, then top with remaining batter.
- Bake for approximately 27 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow to cool slightly before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 27 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg