Spiced Sweet Potato Pudding

Updated Feb. 28, 2024

Spiced Sweet Potato Pudding
Andrew Scrivani for The New York Times
Total Time
50 minutes
Rating
4(53)
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Ingredients

Yield:8 servings
  • 3pounds sweet potatoes
  • 3eggs
  • 3tablespoons maple syrup
  • teaspoon ground cardamom
  • ¼teaspoon ground cloves or to taste
  • Salt to taste
  • 4teaspoons lemon juice
  • 1tablespoon grated lime rind
  • 4tablespoons regular or low-fat sour cream
  • Creme fraiche for topping, optional
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Nutritional analysis per serving (8 servings)

202 calories; 3 grams fat; 1 gram saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 1 gram monounsaturated fat; 0 grams polyunsaturated fat; 40 grams carbohydrates; 5 grams dietary fiber; 12 grams sugars; 5 grams protein; 475 milligrams sodium

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Peel sweet potatoes and slice ⅛ inch thick. Cook in water to cover; bring to boil and cook until potatoes are fork tender, about 10 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    In food processor, process the potatoes slightly; add remaining ingredients (except crème fraîche) and process until smooth. (If processor is small, work in batches.)

  3. Step 3

    Place mixture in greased baking dish and refrigerate for 2 or 3 days or freeze for longer.

  4. Step 4

    To serve, bring to room temperature and bake in 350-degree preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes. Dot with creme fraiche, if desired.

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I made this for Thanksgiving with no changes. The flavor is wonderful and it was loved by all, but I would reduce the amount of cardamom to 1 tsp. the next time I make it. I couldn't find creme fraiche, so I served it with sour cream thinned with a little cream. Delicious!

This is also perfectly delicious without any maple syrup or sour cream - the grated lime zest is genius to bring bright note and cut the sweetness of the potato. I think cardamom is fine as is, I even added more, but taste to your liking. I also mistook my jar of allspice for cloves to no ill effect:) I will top with candied pecans tomorrow and bake after bird comes out - made this last year without pecans exactly per recipe and it was a big hit! A nice change from cloying sweet potato dishes.

What size baking dish?

Has anyone made it the day before serving, not waiting the 2-3 days?

Absolutely amazing!! Low added sugar and a nice spice finish ensure that this dessert is a winner for everyone at the table. I made this for my partner recently (a sweet potato fanatic), and they were delighted by the mix of spices! My only tweak for next time might be for a dash of nutmeg, but we'll see! Maybe just more cloves...

What size baking dish?

Hi, Scott. About three quarts.

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