Spiced Sweet Potato, Cranberry, And Pecan Cake With

Name: Spiced Sweet Potato, Cranberry, And Pecan Cake With Orange-Cinnamon Glaze
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour; 1 1/4 teaspoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg; 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves; 1 1/2 sticks butter, room temperature; 1 cup light brown sugar; 3/4 cup sugar; 1 3/4 cups mashed red-skinned sweet potatoes or garnet yams; 3 large eggs; 1/2 cup, plus 2 tablespoons whole milk; 3 tablespoons honey; 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract; 1/2 cup chopped pecans, plus 2 tablespoons for optional garnish; 1/2 cup chopped Medjool dates (or prunes); 2/3 cup frozen, unthawed cranberries, coarsely chopped if large; zest of 1 orange (about 1 tablespoon); GLAZE; 1 cup confectioners' sugar; zest of 1 orange; 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon; several droplets of milk

Servings: persons

2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1 1/2 sticks butter, room temperature
1 cup light brown sugar
3/4 cup sugar
1 3/4 cups mashed red-skinned sweet potatoes or garnet yams
3 large eggs
1/2 cup, plus 2 tablespoons whole milk
3 tablespoons honey
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1/2 cup chopped pecans, plus 2 tablespoons for optional garnish
1/2 cup chopped Medjool dates (or prunes)
2/3 cup frozen, unthawed cranberries, coarsely chopped if large
zest of 1 orange (about 1 tablespoon)
GLAZE
1 cup confectioners' sugar
zest of 1 orange
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
several droplets of milk

1
Place rack in center of oven and preheat to 350 degrees F. Butter or coat with cooking spray a 9-10-inch Bundt pan.
2
In a large bowl, stir the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
3
In a separate bowl, add butter and sugars. Using an electric mixer on medium-high speed, beat the butter and sugars. Add the sweet potatoes and eggs and beat. Add milk, honey, and vanilla, and beat. Add the flour mixture in small batches, beating after each, until just incorporated. Stir in pecans, dates, cranberries, and orange zest.
4
Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until the cake is golden brown and a cake tester inserted deep into the center comes out clean. Transfer the cake to a rack and cool for 10 minutes before unmolding. Cool at least 30 minutes before glazing.
5
Icing: In a small bowl whisk 1 cup confectioners' sugar, orange zest, and cinnamon. Add a few droplets of milk, and continue whisking until the icing is smooth and thin yet clings to the back of a spoon. Using a spoon, drizzle the icing in the grooves of the cake. Garnish with a few orange zest curls and/or chopped pecans, if desired. Allow to set for at least 15-20 minutes before slicing.

1507

kcal

Calories

Fat

241

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 24 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1 1/4 teaspoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Spiced Sweet Potato, Cranberry, And Pecan Cake With Orange-Cinnamon Glaze falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Spiced Sweet Potato, Cranberry, And Pecan Cake With Orange-Cinnamon Glaze

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