Purple Sweet Potato Jam
Jen Paleracio
It's a versatile and delicious addition to any meal. Creamy, thick jam that can be easily spread on toast, bagel, or any bread.
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 30 minutes mins
Course Dessert, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine Filipino
- 4 medium size Purple Sweet Potatoes, washed, peeled, and cubed
- 1/2 cup or one stick of unsalted butter, cubed
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup white granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 cup heavy cream or evaporated milk
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Place the cubed sweet potatoes in a pot filled with about 6 cups of water. Make sure the sweet potatoes are submerged in water.
Boil over medium-high heat, and cook until fork tender. See NOTE #1
Drain the water, then place them back in the pot. Add butter, brown sugar, white sugar, cinnamon, and heavy cream of milk. Constantly stir until the sugar dissolves and the butter melts.
Use an immersion blender and mix the purple sweet potato mixture until smooth. Remove from the heat and add vanilla.
Enjoy the jam any way you'd like! See NOTE #2
NOTE #1: To test the doneness of the purple sweet potatoes, pierce with a fork. If the fork easily slides in and out, the potatoes are done. If there is resistance, it needs more time.
NOTE #2: There are many ways to enjoy your freshly cooked sweet potato jam. You can spread it on toast or biscuits, Use it as filling for cakes, cupcakes, or pastries. Or just eat it by itself as a nice and light dessert.
NOTE #3: This recipe yields 4-5 cups cooked Purple Sweet Potato Jam
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