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Sweet Potato Honey Bun Cake with Glaze and Pecans on Glass Tray

Sweet Potato Honey Bun Cake with Pecans

Summary: This moist Sweet Potato Honey Bun Cake is topped with a luscious honey glaze and crunchy pecans, bringing the comforting flavors of sweet potatoes and warm spices together for a perfect Southern dessert. Ideal for holidays, gatherings, or cozy evenings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course: Dessert
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Ingredients:
  • For the Cake:
  • 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes about 2 medium sweet potatoes
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ½ teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • For the Glaze:
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 2-3 tablespoons milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Equipment:
  • 9×13-inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups & spoons

Method
 

  1. Instructions:
  2. 1️⃣ Preheat the Oven:
  3. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Pierce sweet potatoes with a fork and bake for about 45 minutes until tender. Peel and mash once cooled.
  4. 2️⃣ Prepare the Batter:
  5. In a bowl, whisk mashed sweet potatoes, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vegetable oil until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, whisking, then add vanilla extract.
  6. 3️⃣ Combine Dry Ingredients:
  7. In another bowl, mix flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
  8. 4️⃣ Mix and Fold:
  9. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Fold in chopped pecans.
  10. 5️⃣ Bake:
  11. Pour batter into a greased 9x13 inch baking pan. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool slightly.
  12. 6️⃣ Prepare the Glaze:
  13. In a bowl, whisk powdered sugar, honey, melted butter, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Adjust milk for desired consistency.
  14. 7️⃣ Glaze and Serve:
  15. Pour glaze over the warm cake, letting it soak in. Top with additional chopped pecans. Slice and serve.

Notes

Notes:
For deeper spice, add ½ teaspoon ground cloves.
You can substitute walnuts for pecans if desired.
Use canned sweet potatoes if short on time, ensuring they are well-drained and mashed.
Serve with vanilla ice cream for an indulgent treat.