Japanese "Sweet Potato" Dessert
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Japanese "Sweet Potato" Dessert
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Ingredients
- 350 g Japanese sweet potato (satsumaimo) before peeling see note
- 30 g caster sugar
- 1 ½ tsp honey
- 25 g unsalted butter
- 1 ½ tbsp heavy cream
- ¼ tsp vanilla essence
- ½ tsp mirin
- 1 egg yolk
- ¼ tsp black sesame seeds
Instructions
- Preheat the oven 180 °C (356 °F). Peel the skin of 350 g Japanese sweet potato and cut it into slices approximately 1cm thick. (Cut larger pieces in half.)
- Place the pieces in a bowl of cold water with a pinch of salt and soak for 5 minutes. Drain the water and wash the pieces with cold running water to remove any excess starch.
- Transfer the sweet potato to a microwavable bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Microwave for 5-6 minutes at 600W, mix halfway through to ensure even cooking. (Be careful of the steam when removing the plastic wrap.)
- Allow to cool for a few minutes then mash while it's still hot/warm.
- Add 30 g caster sugar, 1 ½ tsp honey, 25 g unsalted butter, 1 ½ tbsp heavy cream, ¼ tsp vanilla essence and ½ tsp mirin to the bowl and mix everything together with a spatula.
- Transfer the mixture to a sieve and use the spatula to work it through to make it smooth.
- Divide the mixture into equal 6 pieces and roll them into oval shapes.
- Place them in flattened cupcake cases on a baking sheet, then whisk 1 egg yolk in a small bowl and generously brush the tops and sides until fully coated.
- Sprinkle the tops with ¼ tsp black sesame seeds and bake for 15 minutes or until the tops are lightly browned. (Alternatively, use a toaster oven or grill and cook until browned on top.)
- Cool on a wire rack.
- Enjoy warm or chill in the refrigerator!
Notes
- This recipe uses 1 medium size sweet potato (approx 350g), but ingredient quantities depend on the size of the potato. See the chart in the post above for more accurate measurements.
- I personally like to chill them in the fridge before eating, but you can also eat them warm if you prefer.
- Store at room temperature if you're eating them the same day, or refrigerate and consume within 3-4 days.
- To freeze, wrap individually with plastic wrap and store in an airtight container. Defrost at room temperature before eating. If you prefer them hot, reheat in a toaster oven or microwave for about 20 seconds.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
154kcal
(8%)
Carbohydrates
25.3g
(8%)
Protein
1.4g
(3%)
Fat
6.1g
(9%)
Saturated Fat
3.1g
(16%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.3g
Cholesterol
43.2mg
(14%)
Sodium
44.5mg
(2%)
Fiber
1.3g
(5%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 154 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 154kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 25.3g | 8% |
| Protein | 1.4g | 3% |
| Fat | 6.1g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 3.1g | 16% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 43.2mg | 14% |
| Sodium | 44.5mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1.3g | 5% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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