Haitian Sweet Potato Pudding Cake Recipe

Name: Haitian Sweet Potato Pudding Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons melted butter; 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger; 2 cups finely grated fresh coconut; 2 pounds white sweet potato,* peeled and finely grated on a box grater; 1 ripe banana, peeled and mashed; 1 packed cup light brown sugar; 1/2 cup raisins; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground cloves; 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon; 1 tablespoon grated lime zest; 1 cup whole milk; 1 cup heavy cream; 1 (14.5-ounce) can unsweetened coconut milk; Whipped cream, for serving; *Cook's Note: White sweet potatoes are traditional for this dish. You can often find them in ethnic markets in large urban cities, but if not, feel free to substitute the more common orange sweet p…

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons melted butter
2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
2 cups finely grated fresh coconut
2 pounds white sweet potato,* peeled and finely grated on a box grater
1 ripe banana, peeled and mashed
1 packed cup light brown sugar
1/2 cup raisins
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground cloves
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon grated lime zest
1 cup whole milk
1 cup heavy cream
1 (14.5-ounce) can unsweetened coconut milk
Whipped cream, for serving
*Cook's Note: White sweet potatoes are traditional for this dish. You can often find them in ethnic markets in large urban cities, but if not, feel free to substitute the more common orange sweet potatoes that we have here in the U.S.

1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
2
Place a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat, and add the butter to the pan.
3
When the butter melts, sweat the ginger, stirring continuously, for 30 seconds.
4
Add the coconut, sweet potato, banana, brown sugar, raisins, salt, vanilla, nutmeg, cloves, cinnamon and lime zest to the pan, and stir to blend.
5
Continue to stir the ingredients in the pan, until the moisture starts to release from the coconut and potatoes.
6
Cook the sweet potato mixture, for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring often.
7
Add the milk, cream and coconut milk to the pan, and cook for another 15 to 20 minutes.
8
Remove from the stove and pour the batter into a greased 9 by 13-inch baking pan.
9
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 1 hour, or until the pudding sets.
10
Check to see if the pudding is done by inserting a toothpick into the center to see if it comes out clean.
11
Serve the pudding warm with whipped cream, or a rum sauce.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons melted butter, 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger, 2 cups finely grated fresh coconut, 2 pounds white sweet potato,* peeled and finely grated on a box grater, and more.

Yes, Haitian Sweet Potato Pudding Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Haitian Sweet Potato Pudding Cake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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