Sweet Potato Pone Aka Potato Pound of Belize

Sweet Potato Pone is a traditional Belizean dessert made with grated sweet potatoes and coconut milk. It is often served during special occasions and celebrations.

This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 110 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

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Sweet Potato Pone Aka Potato Pound of Belize

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: Belizean Courses: Dessert Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 60 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 50 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 pound Sweet potatoes
• 1 cup Coconut milk
• 1 cup Brown sugar
• 2 tablespoon Butter
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Cinnamon powder
• 1 teaspoon Nutmeg powder
• 1 cup Raisins
• 1 cup Chopped pecans

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Peel and grate the sweet potatoes.
3. In a large bowl, mix together the grated sweet potatoes, coconut milk, brown sugar, butter, vanilla extract, cinnamon powder, nutmeg powder, raisins, and chopped pecans.
4. Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish.
5. Bake for 1 hour or until the top is golden brown.
6. Remove from the oven and let it rest for 30 minutes before serving.
7. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 300kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 50g17%

Sugars 30g

Protein 3g6%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.