Sweet Potato Pudding

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Almond milk reduces calories while still providing creaminess.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness and flavor.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat alternative.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: aquafaba

Flaxseed meal is a plant-based binder.

Peel and cube the sweet potatoes.

Place the peeled and cubed sweet potatoes into a large pot and cover with water.

Boil the sweet potatoes for about 20 minutes until softened.

Drain the water and remove the sweet potatoes to the pot and mash until softened.

Put the mashed sweet potatoes into a large bowl and add melted butter.

Add in brown sugar, granulated sugar, whole milk, 2 well beaten eggs, ground ginger, ground nutmeg, a little bit of cinnamon, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.

Use a handheld whisk to mix the ingredients together until well incorporated.

Add the pudding mixture to a well greased small baking dish and top with chopped pecans if desired.

Place into a preheated oven at 350°F and bake for about 30 to 35 minutes until set and the top is golden.

Let sit in the dish for a few minutes before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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