Description
This Sweet Potato Honeybun Cake is a moist and flavorful dessert made with mashed sweet potatoes, a cinnamon-sugar swirl, and a rich vanilla glaze. Perfect for holiday gatherings or anytime you crave a comforting sweet treat! #honeybuncake #sweetpotatodessert #southernbaking
Ingredients
Cake:
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1 box yellow cake mix
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1 cup mashed cooked sweet potatoes (about 1 medium sweet potato)
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3/4 cup vegetable oil
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4 large eggs
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1 cup sour cream
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1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Cinnamon Swirl:
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1 cup brown sugar
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1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
Glaze:
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2 cups powdered sugar
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1/4 cup milk
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
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Preheat Oven: Set oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
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Make Cake Batter: In a large bowl, mix cake mix, sweet potatoes, oil, eggs, sour cream, and vanilla until smooth.
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Layer with Cinnamon Swirl: Pour half the batter into the pan. Sprinkle half the cinnamon-sugar mixture. Add remaining batter and top with the rest of the cinnamon-sugar.
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Bake: Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool in the pan for 15 minutes.
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Make Glaze: Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Pour over warm cake and spread evenly.
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Set and Serve: Allow glaze to set before slicing.
Notes
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For added richness, replace half of the oil with melted butter.
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Top with chopped pecans or toasted coconut for extra texture.
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Pairs perfectly with coffee or sweet tea.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
