Plantation Sweet Potato Pone
Dive into the rich, old-world flavors of Plantation Sweet Potato Pone, a classic dessert steeped in tradition and packed with heartwarming ingredients. Made with freshly grated sweet potatoes, aromatic spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, and the indulgent combination of coconut milk and grated coconut, this dish brings a tropical twist to Southern soul food. Golden raisins add a pop of sweetness, while melted butter and brown sugar create a luscious, caramel-like undertone that pairs perfectly with its moist, pudding-like texture. Baked to golden perfection, this sweet potato pone is not just a dessert but a nostalgic celebration of heritage. Perfect served warm or at room temperature, this easy-to-make dish is ideal for family gatherings, holiday feasts, or as a comforting treat on any day.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups (grated) sweet potatoes
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup (packed) brown sugar
- 1 cup melted butter
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 whole large eggs
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup raisins
- 0.5 cup grated coconut
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.
Peel the sweet potatoes and grate them using a box grater or a food processor with a grating attachment. Measure out 6 cups and place in a large mixing bowl.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, melted butter, coconut milk, and whole milk until well combined.
Add the eggs one at a time to the wet mixture, whisking well after each addition.
Stir in the cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, and salt to the wet mixture, ensuring all the spices are evenly distributed.
Pour the wet ingredients over the grated sweet potatoes and mix thoroughly until the sweet potatoes are evenly coated.
Fold in the raisins and grated coconut to distribute them evenly throughout the mixture.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread it out into an even layer.
Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a tester inserted in the center comes out mostly clean.
Let the sweet potato pone cool for at least 15 minutes before serving. It can be served warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4871 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 235.5 g | 302% | |
| Saturated Fat | 141.6 g | 708% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 925 mg | 308% | |
| Sodium | 2200 mg | 96% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 696.0 g | 253% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 46.5 g | 166% | |
| Total Sugars | 479.3 g | ||
| Protein | 44.0 g | 88% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.0 mcg | 40% | |
| Calcium | 1014 mg | 78% | |
| Iron | 14.1 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 1749 mg | 37% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
