How to Make Sweet Roasted Camote - A Step-by-Step Guide

Sweet roasted camote is a delicious and simple dish that is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth cravings. This recipe is a popular Filipino dessert that combines the natural sweetness of camote, also known as sweet potato, with the caramelized flavor of brown sugar and butter. The result is a decadent and comforting treat that can be enjoyed on its own or as a side dish to complement a savory meal. Whether you are looking for a new dessert to impress your guests or simply want to indulge ...

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Ingredients

  • 6 camote, peeled and sliced 1/2-inch thick
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chopped pineapple
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 3 tablespoons melted butter
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 45 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 servings

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place camote in a large pot and cover with water. Add salt and bring to a boil. Cook over medium heat until crisp-tender, about 10 minutes; do not overcook. Drain and transfer camote to a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Combine pineapple, brown sugar, butter, and cinnamon in a bowl; pour over the camote in the baking dish and toss to coat. Cover with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until soft and bubbly, about 1 hour. Remove aluminum foil and bake 15 minutes more.
  • Nutrition

    196 cal.

    • Total Fat: 3g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 8mg
    • Sodium: 295mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 41g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 18g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 6mg
    • Calcium: 58mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 520mg