This sweet potato cake is ridiculously moist, perfectly spiced, and topped with a rich coffee icing that makes regular frosting look weak. The natural sweetness from the sweet potatoes balances the bold coffee kick, creating a dessert that feels indulgent but secretly nutritious. No, it won’t turn you into a health guru, but at least it’s not just sugar and regret. Whether you serve it at brunch, dessert, or just eat it straight from the pan, it’s guaranteed to disappear fast. Fluffy, spiced, and draped in coffee magic—this is cake on a whole new level.
Sweet Potato Cake with Coffee Icing
A soft, spiced sweet potato cake topped with a bold coffee icing that makes every bite rich, warm, and completely addictive.
Ingredients
For the Sweet Potato Cake:
- 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes cooked and cooled
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup butter melted
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup milk
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp nutmeg
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
For the Coffee Icing:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp brewed strong coffee cooled
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp butter melted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a cake pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, baking powder, and baking soda.
- In another bowl, beat butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until creamy.
- Add eggs, vanilla, and mashed sweet potatoes, mixing until smooth.
- Gradually stir in milk and dry ingredients, alternating until combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- While the cake cools, whisk together powdered sugar, coffee, vanilla, and melted butter for the icing.
- Drizzle the icing over the cooled cake, letting it drip down the sides.
- Slice, eat, and wonder why you don’t make this more often.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: ~320
- Total Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin A: 80%
- Iron: 5%
- Calcium: 6%
- Potassium: 7%
- Magnesium: 4%
Additional Notes/Tips
- Let the coffee icing thicken slightly before drizzling for the best texture.
- Swap out milk for almond milk for a dairy-free option.
- Sprinkle chopped pecans on top for extra crunch.
