🍠 Camotes Enmielados (Sweet Potatoes in Piloncillo Syrup)

Description

A traditional Mexican dessert often served during holidays and colder months 🍠 Warm sweet potatoes simmer slowly in a syrup made from piloncillo, cinnamon, and cloves. The result is a comforting, spiced treat rich in heritage and flavor — perfect for cozy evenings or family gatherings.

Ingredients

• 🍠 500 g orange-fleshed sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into large chunks (17.5 oz)
• 🍯 200 g piloncillo (or dark brown sugar) (7 oz)
• 💧 500 ml water (2 cups)
• 🌰 1 cinnamon stick
• ✨ 2 whole cloves
• 🍋 Optional: zest of ½ orange

Preparation

1. 1️⃣ In a large saucepan, combine water, piloncillo, cinnamon stick, cloves, and orange zest. Bring to a boil.
2. 2️⃣ Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes until piloncillo dissolves.
3. 3️⃣ Add sweet potatoes and cook uncovered for 30–40 minutes until tender and syrup thickens.
4. 4️⃣ Serve warm with syrup spooned on top, or chill for later 🍠🫙

Total Time

⏳ Prep time: 10 minutes
🔥 Cooking time: 40 minutes
🕒 Total time: 50 minutes

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