Gullah Geechee Sweet Potato Pone Poon

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a unique flavor while reducing saturated fat.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Almond milk is lower in calories and can be used for a lighter texture.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: maple syrup

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Maple syrup offers a different flavor profile and is less processed.

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

Peel and grate the sweet potatoes.

Melt the unsalted butter in a bowl.

Add light brown sugar to the melted butter and mix.

Add cinnamon to the butter and sugar mixture.

Add vanilla extract to the mixture.

Add evaporated milk to the mixture.

Add flour to the mixture to help it set up due to the moisture in the sweet potatoes.

Mix everything together until smooth, preferably using a whisk.

Add the beaten eggs to the mixture and mix well.

Add the grated sweet potatoes to the mixture and combine thoroughly.

Spray a baking pan with baking spray.

Pour the mixture into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly.

Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for about 40 to 50 minutes, checking at 30 minutes.

Cover the dish for the first 40 minutes to help the potatoes become tender.

Uncover and bake for an additional 5 to 10 minutes to achieve crispy edges and a nice brown color on top.

Let the dish cool completely before cutting to ensure clean slices.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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