Sweet Potato Honeybun Cake with Brown Sugar Glaze

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Sweet Potato Honeybun Cake is a southern-style twist on classic comfort dessert. Packed with cozy spices, creamy mashed sweet potatoes, and rich brown sugar glaze, this moist cake is full of warmth and nostalgia. The sweet, sticky glaze soaks into every bite, creating a gooey, tender texture that makes it hard to stop at just one slice.

Perfect for fall baking, holiday dessert spreads, or anytime you’re craving something homemade and hearty, this cake delivers that from-scratch flavor with the ease of a one-pan bake. Whether you serve it at a family dinner or bring it to a potluck, expect zero leftovers and lots of recipe requests.

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

1 cup mashed sweet potatoes (about 2 medium sweet potatoes, cooked and mashed)

1 cup granulated sugar

1/2 cup brown sugar, packed

1 cup unsalted butter, softened

4 large eggs

1 tsp vanilla extract

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 tsp baking powder

1/2 tsp baking soda

1/2 tsp salt

1 tsp ground cinnamon

1/2 cup sour cream

For the Brown Sugar Glaze:

1/2 cup unsalted butter

1 cup brown sugar, packed

1/4 cup heavy cream

1 tsp vanilla extract

Pinch of salt

Directions:

Prepare the Cake:

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan.

In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the mashed sweet potatoes and vanilla extract until well combined.

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.

Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with sour cream. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.

Bake the Cake:

  1. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the top evenly.
  2. Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  3. Let the cake cool slightly on a wire rack while you prepare the glaze.

Make the Brown Sugar Glaze:

  1. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the brown sugar and heavy cream, stirring constantly.
  2. Bring to a gentle boil and cook for 2–3 minutes until the mixture slightly thickens.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.

Glaze the Cake:

  1. While the cake is still warm, poke holes all over the surface with a fork or skewer.
  2. Pour the warm glaze evenly across the cake, letting it soak in.

Serve & Enjoy:

  1. Allow the cake to cool completely before slicing. Serve and enjoy every rich, gooey bite.

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 40 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour
Kcal: 475 kcal per slice | Servings: 12

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