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Moist Sweet Potato Honeybun Cake

Moist Sweet Potato Honeybun Cake

This Moist Sweet Potato Honeybun Cake is a delightful fall favorite that captures the essence of autumn with its rich flavors and moist texture.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups Mashed Sweet Potatoes Canned sweet potatoes or pumpkin can be a great substitute.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Feel free to reduce for a less sweet cake.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Light or dark brown sugar can be used interchangeably.
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Can substitute with melted butter or coconut oil.
  • 3 Eggs Flax eggs can be used for a vegan version.
  • 1 cup Buttermilk A milk and vinegar combo can serve as a substitute.
  • 1 tablespoon Vanilla Extract Omitting it is fine if exploring different flavors.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Swapping with cake flour can yield a lighter texture.
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Ginger
For Cinnamon Swirl
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens the inside layer.
  • 1 tablespoon Ground Cinnamon Intensifies the flavor.
For Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Essential for sweetness.
  • 2 tablespoons Milk Helps achieve the perfect glaze consistency.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Adds an extra layer of flavor.

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • whisk
  • mixing bowls
  • spatula
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, buttermilk, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
  3. In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
  4. Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet mixture, folding them together until just combined.
  5. In a small bowl, mix the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon for the cinnamon swirl.
  6. Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan, sprinkle half of the cinnamon mixture, then add the remaining batter and top with the rest of the cinnamon mixture.
  7. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool the cake in the pan on a wire rack.
  9. Whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla for the glaze until smooth.
  10. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 160mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week. Can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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