Liberian Sweet Potato Pone

Discover the irresistible charm of Liberian Sweet Potato Pone, a traditional West African dessert that blends earthy sweet potatoes with the creamy richness of coconut milk and warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and fresh ginger. This flavorful dish is easy to prepare, requiring just 20 minutes of prep time, before baking to perfection in your oven. The grated sweet potatoes create a luscious, pudding-like texture, while the hints of vanilla and caramelized brown sugar add depth and sweetness to every bite. Ideal as a dessert or snack, serve this pone warm or at room temperature to experience its comforting, tropical flavors in full. Perfect for holidays, gatherings, or as an everyday treat, this gluten-free recipe is both a cultural treasure and a crowd-pleaser.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 4 medium-sized Sweet potatoes
• 1 cup Coconut milk
• 0.75 cup Brown sugar
• 0.25 cup Unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon Grated fresh ginger
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9-inch baking dish or similar-sized pan.

Step 2

Peel the sweet potatoes and grate them finely. Place the grated sweet potatoes in a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Set aside to cool slightly.

Step 4

To the mixing bowl with the grated sweet potatoes, add the coconut milk, melted butter, and brown sugar. Stir well to combine.

Step 5

Add the grated ginger, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, salt, and vanilla extract to the bowl. Mix thoroughly until the spices are evenly distributed.

Step 6

Pour the sweet potato mixture into the greased baking dish, spreading it into an even layer.

Step 7

Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 60 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the pone from the oven and allow it to cool for at least 15-20 minutes before slicing into squares or rectangles.

Step 9

Serve warm or at room temperature as a dessert or snack. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(913.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1180.1

Total Fat 24.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 62mg	0%
Sodium 950.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 238.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.2g	0%
Total Sugars 146.4g
Protein 8.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 296.9mg	0%
Iron 4.6mg	0%
Potassium 402.5mg	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: 18.5%

Protein: 2.7%

Carbs: 78.7%