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Jamaican Sweet Potato Pudding

Delicious Jamaican Sweet Potato Pudding You’ll Love to Make

Enjoy the irresistible flavors of Jamaican Sweet Potato Pudding, a vegan and gluten-free dessert perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Caribbean
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 medium Sweet Potato Provide natural sweetness; substitute with white-fleshed sweet potatoes
  • 1 can Coconut Milk Full-fat enhances richness
  • 1/2 cup Coconut Palm Sugar Primary sweetener; can substitute with brown sugar or maple syrup
For the Flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger (freshly grated) For the best taste
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Pure extract preferred
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon Optional, adjust to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg Optional, adjust to taste
For the Structure
  • 1 cup Gluten-Free All-Purpose Flour Brown rice flour can be used as an alternative
  • 1/4 teaspoon Sea Salt Enhances flavor

Equipment

  • 9-inch round baking pan
  • Food processor
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9-inch round baking pan with coconut oil or vegan butter.
  2. Peel and chop about two medium sweet potatoes, blend with a drizzle of coconut milk until smooth.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sweet potato mixture with coconut milk, coconut palm sugar, ginger, vanilla, and sea salt. Gradually add flour, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth out with a spatula.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for about 45 minutes until the top is firm and golden.
  6. Prepare the custard topping by mixing remaining coconut milk, coconut palm sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon.
  7. Once the initial bake is complete, pour the custard topping over the pudding.
  8. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 45 minutes until the custard is set.
  9. Allow pudding to cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 140mgPotassium: 290mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve warm or chilled. For extra richness, add coconut whipped cream or vegan ice cream.

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