Recipes Fruits and Vegetables Vegetables Sweet Potato 6 Irresistible Sweet Potato Cakes That Stand Out on Any Dessert Table By Moriah Ayana Mason Moriah Ayana Mason Moriah Mason is part of the fellowship program at Dotdash Meredith, currently with Allrecipes. Moriah writes trending news articles, updates existing articles, and analyzes site traffic. She is an experienced writer who has contributed to several publications, including Samford Crimson and Alabama Political Reporter. Allrecipes' editorial guidelines Published on September 30, 2022 Close Photo: Yoly The versatility of sweet potatoes cannot be denied: They play as well on the dessert table as they do in soups and sides at dinner. And with these moist and tender sweet potato cake recipes at your disposal, you'll never be at a loss for how to use up leftover sweet potatoes. Of course, if you're simply seeking to spice up a basic coffee cake or amplify the cozy factor of your next pound cake, all six of these sweet potato cakes are well worth a trip to the supermarket to make. Whether you're baking for a holiday meal or for a casual family get-together, your guests are guaranteed to be delighted and impressed with whichever sweet potato cake you choose. 01 of 07 Sweet Potato Pound Cake View Recipe Kari It's hard to improve upon a classic pound cake, but against all odds, this sweet potato cake manages to do just that. The addition of sweet potatoes might seem unexpected to some, but the depth of flavor they lend to a buttery vanilla cake batter is wow-worthy, to say the least. The zesty orange glaze provides a perfect touch of brightness to balance the richness of the cake. 02 of 07 Holiday Left-Over Sweet Potato Cake View Recipe Elizabeth Piland Albright Whether you're looking to use up a couple of leftover baked sweet potatoes or just want to whip up an easy-but-impressive dessert, this unforgettable Holiday Left-Over Sweet Potato Cake is for you. This moist cake is delicious with or without frosting — of course, you can never go wrong pairing it with a fluffy cream cheese icing (like our top-rated Easy Cream Cheese Frosting recipe). If you don't have beer on hand, feel free to substitute the liquid with orange or apple juice, ginger ale or ginger beer, or even a soda like root beer. 03 of 07 Banana Sweet Potato Cake View Recipe DarciGrimes Cake for breakfast? You bet! Beyond being a great way to utilize a few overripe bananas, this snacking cake allows you to pack some potassium and vitamins into a treat the whole family will enjoy. If you want to up the nutritional anty, try replacing up to ¾ cup of the all-purpose flour called for with a whole-grain alternative, such as oat flour. Additionally, because of the inherent sweetness of the star ingredients, you can get away with trimming the sugar down (by up to ½ cup) if you're watching your intake. 04 of 07 Sweet Potato Coffee Cake View Recipe What's for dinner, mom? If buttery coffee cake with a crisp, cinnamon-laced topping is one of your favorites, just wait until you try this comforting sweet potato rendition. According to Allrecipes community member Nicole, "I loved this recipe. I'm a fan of sweet potatoes and coffee cake, and I thought it was a great way to sneak in some vegetables. It's very yummy and moist." 05 of 07 Sweet Potato Cake with Maple Bourbon Pecans View Recipe This decadent sweet potato cake — enriched with the full-bodied sweetness of pure maple syrup and the natural vanilla-caramel notes of bourbon — will evoke autumn vibes with every bite. A combination of buttermilk and sour cream in the batter ensures that the cake has an exceptionally tender crumb and remains as moist the next day as it is fresh from the oven. Topped with toasty pecans and served with whipped cream (store-bought is great, but freshly made is even better), this 5-star-rated cake is nothing short of a showstopper. 06 of 07 World's Best Sweet Potato Pound Cake View Recipe When multiple reviews classify any cake as "a keeper," you know you've found a must-try recipe. It's a bold claim, but according to the Allrecipes community, this sweet potato pound cake has earned its "World's Best" title. You can certainly substitute full-fat cream cheese for the Neufchatel if that's what you already have on hand. This cake is a winner served simply with a dusting of powdered sugar or a dollop of whipped cream, or for an extra touch of elegance, top it with a vanilla glaze. 07 of 07 More Inspiration Linda T 13 Sweet Potato Desserts That Taste Like Fall 15 Ways to Cook Sweet Potatoes 10 Mashed Sweet Potato Recipes to Make All Season Long Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit