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coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water + coconut extract

Almond milk is lower in calories, while the water + extract combo mimics coconut flavor.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey is a natural sweetener, while brown sugar provides a similar sweetness at a lower cost.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is dairy-free and healthier, while margarine is often cheaper.

Peel and chop sweet potatoes into chunks.

Steam sweet potatoes until tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Mash the steamed sweet potatoes in a large bowl until smooth.

Add sugar, coconut milk, and vanilla extract to the mashed sweet potatoes; mix well.

In a separate bowl, combine flour, yeast, and salt; stir to combine.

Gradually add the dry mixture to the sweet potato mixture; mix until a dough forms.

Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth, about 5 minutes.

Form the dough into small cakes or patties.

Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat until shimmering.

Fry the cakes until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Remove from the pan and drain on paper towels.

Serve warm or at room temperature.

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