Jamaican Sweet Potato Pudding
Jamaican Sweet Potato Pudding is a delightful dessert that is popular in Jamaican cuisine. It is a unique and delicious treat made with sweet potatoes, coconut milk, spices, and other flavorful ingredients. The mixture is baked until it becomes a rich and creamy pudding with a slightly caramelized top. It has a wonderful balance of sweetness and warmth, making it a perfect comfort food.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds sweet potatoes peeled and grated
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1/4 cup raisins (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine the grated sweet potatoes, flour, brown sugar, coconut milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and salt. Mix well until all the ingredients are thoroughly combined.
- Add the melted butter to the mixture and stir until incorporated. If desired, fold in the raisins for an extra burst of flavor.
- Pour the mixture into the greased baking dish and spread it evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Once baked, remove the pudding from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. It can be enjoyed warm or chilled, according to your preference.
- Serve the delicious Jamaican Sweet Potato Pudding on its own or with a dollop of whipped cream, a scoop of vanilla ice cream or desired toppings . Enjoy!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 509kcal (25%)Carbohydrates: 89g (30%)Protein: 6g (12%)Fat: 16g (25%)Saturated Fat: 12g (75%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 20mg (7%)Sodium: 355mg (15%)Potassium: 720mg (21%)Fiber: 6g (25%)Sugar: 42g (47%)Vitamin A: 21689IU (434%)Vitamin C: 4mg (5%)Calcium: 95mg (10%)Iron: 4mg (22%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
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