Guatemalan Sweet Potatoes with Bananas

Delight your taste buds with the comforting and aromatic flavors of Guatemalan Sweet Potatoes with Bananas, a traditional treat that combines simple, wholesome ingredients with bold, tropical flair. This easy-to-make dessert features tender, syrupy cubes of sweet potato paired with soft, caramel-scented bananas, all simmered in a fragrant mixture of cinnamon, vanilla, orange zest, and a touch of sugar. The slow simmering process creates a naturally sweet, velvety syrup that will have your kitchen smelling heavenly. Perfectly balanced with a hint of citrus brightness and optional juicy raisins, this dish is a beautiful blend of earthy and fruity flavors. Serve it warm for a cozy, gluten-free dessert or a unique sweet side dish that captures the essence of Guatemalan cuisine.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 large sweet potatoes
• 3 medium ripe bananas
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 2 cups water
• 2 whole cinnamon sticks
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon orange zest
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 cup raisins (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into 1-inch cubes.

Step 2

Peel the bananas and slice them into 1/2-inch thick rounds.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan, combine the water, granulated sugar, cinnamon sticks, and salt. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar.

Step 4

Once the sugar has dissolved, add the sweet potato cubes to the pot. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cover. Let the sweet potatoes simmer for about 20 minutes, or until they are tender when pierced with a fork.

Step 5

Add the banana slices, vanilla extract, and orange zest to the pot. If using raisins, add them now as well.

Step 6

Gently stir to combine all the ingredients, being careful not to mash the sweet potatoes or bananas.

Step 7

Let the mixture cook uncovered for an additional 5-10 minutes, allowing the bananas to soften slightly and the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Remove the cinnamon sticks from the pot and discard them.

Step 9

Spoon the sweet potato and banana mixture into serving bowls, along with some of the syrup from the pan.

Step 10

Serve the dessert warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1348.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1148.9

Total Fat 1.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 818.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 293.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.0g	0%
Total Sugars 185.2g
Protein 10.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 237.3mg	0%
Iron 4.7mg	0%
Potassium 1619.2mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 0.9%

Protein: 3.6%

Carbs: 95.6%