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A delicious Jamaican Sweet Potato Pudding, a popular choice among Jamaican desserts, featuring a golden-brown crust and a moist, spiced interior. The pudding is garnished with sliced almonds and served on a rustic wooden table with brown sugar and spices in the background.

Jamaican Sweet Potato Pudding (jamaican desserts)

Calista
A comforting, spice-infused treat that showcases the heart of Jamaican desserts with creamy sweet potatoes, coconut milk, and warm aromatic spices.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine Caribbean, Jamaican
Servings 8
Calories 300 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Grater or food processor
  • Baking dish (8x8 inches or similar)
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Spatula or spoon

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds sweet potatoes peeled and grated
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • ¾ cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Optional:

o ½ cup raisins

o ¼ cup grated coconut

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8x8-inch baking dish.
  • In a large bowl, combine grated sweet potatoes, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  • Add melted butter and coconut milk, stirring gently until everything is well mixed.
  • Fold in optional add-ins like raisins or grated coconut if desired.
  • Transfer the batter to the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
  • Bake for 60–70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs.
  • Let cool for about 15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Ensure the sweet potatoes are fresh and firm for the best flavor.
  • Feel free to add raisins or grated coconut for extra texture.
Keyword Jamaican dessert, jamaican desserts, Jamaican sweet potato pudding