Gâteau Patate Mauricien
A sweet and comforting Mauritian sweet potato cake, often enjoyed as a snack or dessert. It's typically made with grated sweet potatoes, coconut, sugar, and flavored with cardamom and vanilla.
Prep Time25 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Total Time1 hour 10 minutes
Servings8
DifficultyMedium
🧂 Ingredients
- 500 g Sweet potatoes(peeled and grated)
- 100 g Grated coconut(fresh or desiccated)
- 150 g Brown sugar(adjust to taste)
- 50 g All-purpose flour
- 1 tsp Cardamom powder
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 2 tbsp Butter or oil(for greasing the pan)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a baking dish.
- 2
In a large bowl, combine the grated sweet potatoes, grated coconut, brown sugar, flour, cardamom powder, vanilla extract, and salt.
- 3
Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated. The mixture should be moist but hold together.
- 4
Transfer the mixture to the greased baking dish and spread it evenly.
- 5
Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean and the top is golden brown.
- 6
Let it cool slightly before cutting into squares and serving.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Ensure sweet potatoes are finely grated for a better texture.
- ✓Adjust sugar quantity based on the sweetness of the sweet potatoes and personal preference.
- ✓For a richer flavor, you can add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg.
🔄 Variations
- Add some chopped nuts like almonds or walnuts for extra crunch.
- Incorporate a tablespoon of rose water for a floral aroma.