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Jamaican Sweet Potato Pudding

Cultural Context

Originating from the vibrant culinary traditions of Jamaica, Sweet Potato Pudding is a beloved dessert often enjoyed during special occasions and family gatherings. This dish reflects the island's agricultural bounty and the use of local ingredients, celebrating the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes. Today, it is cherished not only in Jamaica but also in Caribbean communities around the world, with variations that may include different spices or additions like nuts.

JamaicanJMdessert
60 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
4 cups shredded Caribbean sweet potato
1 small piece grated yellow yam
2 cups flour
1 ½ cup brown sugar
1 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp nutmeg
1 tsp ginger
1 tsp allspice
1 tsp vanilla
1 tsp almond extract
1 cup coconut milk
¼ cup shredded coconut meat
2 tbsp dark rum
½ cup brown sugar (for glaze)
½ cup water
¼ cup dark rum (for glaze)

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Almond milk lowers calories while adding a nutty flavor.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds richness and is dairy-free.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Honey offers natural sweetness with a unique flavor.

flour

🥗Healthier: almond flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Almond flour is gluten-free and adds a nutty taste.

1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

2

In a large bowl, combine the shredded sweet potato and grated yellow yam.

3

Add flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, allspice, vanilla, almond extract, coconut milk, and shredded coconut meat; mix until well combined.

4

Fold in dark rum until smooth.

5

Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish.

6

Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick comes out clean.

7

In a small saucepan, combine brown sugar and water; bring to a boil to create the glaze.

8

Stir in dark rum and pour over the baked pudding before serving.

Cooking Techniques

boilingmashingmixingbaking

Equipment Needed

large bowlbaking dishmixing spoonsaucepan

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

glutendairynuts

Also Known As

Jamaican Sweet Potato CakeSweet Potato Pudding

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