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Sweet Potato Cobbler With Cake Mix

Indulgent Sweet Potato Cobbler With Cake Mix Made Easy

This Sweet Potato Cobbler With Cake Mix combines sweet potatoes with cake mix for a warm, comforting dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 can Canned Sweet Potatoes/Yams Substitution: Fresh sweet potatoes can be used; they must be boiled or steamed until tender.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Can omit for a simpler taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Pumpkin Spice Can replace with ginger, allspice, nutmeg, or cinnamon for a different spice profile.
For the Topping
  • 1 box Butter Pecan Cake Mix Substitution: Can use yellow, spiced, or cinnamon cake mix for different flavor profiles.
  • ½ cup Butter Can substitute with neutral oil or vegan butter for a dairy-free option.

Equipment

  • 9x13 baking dish
  • mixing bowl
  • Fork
  • pastry cutter

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Drain the excess liquid from the canned sweet potatoes and pour them into a 9x13 baking dish. Cut the sweet potatoes into small, even pieces.
  3. Sprinkle pumpkin spice and vanilla extract over the sweet potatoes. Mix gently to coat each piece.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine the Butter Pecan Cake Mix with softened butter until a soft dough forms.
  5. Evenly distribute the dough clumps over the sweet potato mixture.
  6. Bake for about 50 minutes until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
  7. Allow the cobbler to cool for about 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 56gProtein: 4gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 24gVitamin A: 9000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use real butter for the topping and check the expiration date on your cake mix before use.

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