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Jamaican Sweet Potato Pudding Recipe

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This Jamaican Sweet Potato Pudding blends smooth mashed sweet potatoes with creamy coconut milk, warm spices, and a nutty texture from grated coconut and breadcrumbs, creating a rich, comforting dessert perfect for any festive occasion or cozy family gathering.

Ingredients

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Sweet Potato Mixture

  • 2 cups sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 eggs, beaten

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup grated coconut (fresh or dried)
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon allspice
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish or an 8×8-inch square pan to prevent sticking.
  2. Cook Sweet Potatoes: In a large pot, boil the diced sweet potatoes for 15 to 20 minutes until tender. Drain and let cool slightly to make them easier to mash.
  3. Mash Sweet Potatoes: Once cool enough to handle, mash the sweet potatoes in a mixing bowl until smooth and creamy.
  4. Add Coconut Milk: Stir the coconut milk into the mashed sweet potatoes, mixing well until fully incorporated.
  5. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix together sugar, all-purpose flour, grated coconut, breadcrumbs, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and baking powder until evenly blended.
  6. Mix Dry into Wet: Gradually add the dry mixture to the sweet potato mixture, stirring continuously to ensure even incorporation without lumps.
  7. Add Remaining Ingredients: Stir in the melted butter, vanilla extract, and beaten eggs, blending everything into a smooth batter.
  8. Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly, then bake in the preheated oven for 50 to 60 minutes until the pudding is firm and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and let cool for about 10 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally topped with vanilla ice cream or a dash of rum for an adult twist.

Notes

  • Serve warm pudding with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra delightful dessert experience.
  • The pudding can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; however, it tastes best when fresh.
  • For an adult variation, add a dash of rum into the batter before baking.
  • This dish is ideal for family gatherings and festive celebrations typical in Jamaican cuisine.

Keywords: Jamaican sweet potato pudding, Jamaican dessert, sweet potato dessert, coconut pudding, baked pudding, Caribbean dessert, festive Jamaican dish

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