Sweet Potato with Cream Caramel
A simple, crowd-pleasing dessert that pairs syrup-glazed sweet potato with smooth cream caramel.
Sweet potato with cream caramel is an inventive dessert that combines sweet potato slices cooked in syrup until caramelized with a smooth cream caramel layer. The natural sweetness of the sweet potato harmonizes with the silky texture of the caramel, offering a cold dessert that is a little out of the ordinary.
How to Prepare
1. Peel and slice the sweet potatoes. Make a syrup from the sugar and water and cook the slices in it until tender and glazed.
2. For the cream caramel, whisk the milk with the cornstarch and cream caramel powder, then cook over medium heat until thickened.
3. Arrange the sweet potato in a serving dish and pour the cream caramel over the top.
4. Refrigerate for about 1 hour to set.
5. Just before serving, sprinkle the reserved caramel sugar sachet over the surface.
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Reserve the caramel sugar sachet and add it only at serving so it stays crisp.
Ingredient Swaps
The ready cream caramel powder can be replaced with a homemade custard of milk, starch and vanilla. For decoration, liquid caramel sauce or crushed nuts can be used instead of the caramel sugar. The sweet potato can also be cubed instead of sliced as preferred.
Common Questions
Why is the sweet potato cooked in syrup?
Cooking in syrup softens the sweet potato and caramelizes it, giving it sweetness and shine.
How do I get a firm cream caramel layer?
Cook the milk and starch mixture while stirring until it thickens, then let it cool to set.
How long does it need to chill before serving?
About an hour in the fridge until the layers set and it is ready.
When do I add the caramel sugar on top?
Sprinkle it just before serving so it keeps its crunch and does not dissolve into the cold layer.
Can it be made ahead?
Yes, prepare it and keep it chilled, then add the topping when serving.
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