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Jamaican Sweet Potato Pudding

Irresistible Jamaican Sweet Potato Pudding That Delights Every Bite

Delight in this vegan Jamaican Sweet Potato Pudding, a rich and creamy dessert packed with flavor.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Caribbean, Vegan
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pudding Base
  • 4 cups Sweet Potato use batata for best flavor
  • 1 can Coconut Milk or almond milk, texture may vary
  • 1 cup Coconut Palm Sugar brown sugar is a good alternative
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Ginger or replace with ground ginger
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1 cup Gluten-Free All-Purpose Flour brown rice flour works well
  • 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon optional
  • 1 tsp Ground Nutmeg optional; substitute with allspice if desired
  • 1 tsp Sea Salt
Custard Topping
  • 1 can Coconut Milk essential for creamy topping
  • 1/2 cup Coconut Sugar can swap with brown sugar if needed
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon optional

Equipment

  • oven
  • mixing bowl
  • 9-inch Round Baking Pan
  • food processor
  • whisk

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9-inch round baking pan.
  2. Peel and chop sweet potatoes, then grate them using a food processor or box grater.
  3. In a bowl, combine grated sweet potatoes, coconut milk, coconut palm sugar, ginger, and vanilla. Slowly mix in optional spices and flour until smooth.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 45 minutes.
  5. Prepare the custard topping by whisking together coconut milk, coconut sugar, vanilla, and optional cinnamon until dissolved.
  6. Carefully pour the custard mixture over the baked pudding base and return to the oven for another 45 minutes.
  7. Allow to cool for 15 minutes before serving, optionally with coconut whipped cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure sweet potatoes are finely grated for a smooth pudding texture. Watch baking times to prevent over-baking and customize spices as desired.

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