Description
This Sweet Potato Cinnamon Swirl Delight is a moist, flavorful cake with a rich cinnamon swirl, topped with a sweet pecan glaze. It’s the perfect balance of sweet, spiced, and creamy—ideal for breakfast, dessert, or a cozy snack with coffee or tea!
Ingredients
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For the Cake:
- 3 cups flour
- ½ tsp nutmeg
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 cup sugar
- 4 tsp baking powder
- 2 cups cooked sweet potatoes
- 1½ cups milk
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup butter, melted
For the Cinnamon Sugar Topping:
- 1 stick butter, softened
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp flour
- 1½ tsp cinnamon
For the Pecan Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2½ tbsp milk
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup chopped pecans
Instructions
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Preheat & Prep:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 13×9-inch baking pan and set it aside.
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Blend the Sweet Potatoes:
- In a stand mixer or large bowl, beat the cooked sweet potatoes and milk until smooth. Add the beaten eggs and vanilla extract, mixing well.
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Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, salt, baking powder, and nutmeg.
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Combine Wet & Dry:
- Slowly add the dry mixture into the sweet potato mixture, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
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Incorporate Butter:
- Gently fold in the melted butter until fully mixed.
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Prepare for Baking:
- Pour the batter into the greased baking pan, spreading it evenly.
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Make the Swirl:
- In a small bowl, mix the softened butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and flour. Drop dollops of this mixture over the batter and swirl with a knife for a marbled effect.
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Bake to Perfection:
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let it cool for 20 minutes.
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Create the Pecan Glaze:
- Whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, vanilla extract, and chopped pecans until smooth.
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Glaze & Serve:
- Drizzle the glaze over the slightly warm cake, let it set, then slice and enjoy!
Notes
- For a smoother texture, make sure your sweet potatoes are well mashed before blending.
- You can make this cake ahead of time and store it in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- If you prefer a more intense cinnamon flavor, feel free to adjust the cinnamon in the swirl topping
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Breakfast, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American