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Ultra-Moist Southern Sweet Potato Pound Cake with Cream Cheese Glaze

Close-up of a moist sweet potato pound cake loaf with thick white glaze dripping down the sides and a slice cut.
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Make this rich, tender sweet potato pound cake from scratch. It features warm spices and a simple cream cheese glaze, delivering a comforting dessert perfect for holidays or fall gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup sweet potato puree (cooked and mashed)
  • 1 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • For the Cream Cheese Glaze:
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2–3 tablespoons milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch bundt pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, mash the sweet potato until smooth. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and the mashed sweet potatoes.
  5. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the buttermilk. Mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan and smooth the top.
  8. Bake for 60 to 70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the cake cool in the pan for about 15 minutes, then turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Prepare the glaze: Beat together the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth.
  11. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined. Add milk one tablespoon at a time until you reach your desired consistency.
  12. Once the cake is completely cool, spread the cream cheese frosting over the top. Slice and serve.

Notes

  • For the best texture, ensure your cream cheese and butter are fully softened before creaming them together.
  • This cake works well as a fall dessert recipe or a holiday pound cake idea.
  • If you are looking for alternatives to traditional baking, consider how meal planning services might simplify your weeknight cooking.

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