This Sweet Potato Honey Bun Cake is a warm, spiced dessert that blends the cozy flavors of fall with the nostalgic swirl of a honey bun. Topped with a luscious cinnamon cream cheese icing, chopped pecans, and a dreamy caramel drizzle, it’s the perfect dessert for holidays, potlucks, or anytime you want to wow a crowd with minimal fuss.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Cinnamon Cream Cheese Icing:
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 3 tablespoons milk or heavy cream (adjust for consistency)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
