Belizean Coconut Rum Sweet Potato Pound Cake 🍠🥥🍹
A moist, fragrant pound cake infused with tropical flavors—creamy coconut, spiced rum, and velvety sweet potato. Perfect for holiday gatherings or anytime you crave a taste of the islands!
🍰 Ingredients
Wet Ingredients:
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1 cup mashed sweet potatoes (cooked & cooled)
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1 cup granulated sugar
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½ cup unsalted butter, softened (or coconut oil for dairy-free)
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½ cup coconut milk (full-fat for richness)
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¼ cup dark rum (or 1 tsp rum extract + ¼ cup orange juice for non-alcoholic)
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3 large eggs, room temperature
Dry Ingredients:
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1½ cups all-purpose flour
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1 tsp baking powder
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½ tsp baking soda
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½ tsp salt
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½ tsp ground cinnamon (optional, for warmth)
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¼ tsp nutmeg (optional)
Optional Glaze:
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½ cup powdered sugar + 1 tbsp rum or coconut milk
📝 Instructions
1️⃣ Prep:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line with parchment.
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Boil or roast 1 medium sweet potato (peeled), then mash until smooth. Measure 1 cup.
2️⃣ Mix Wet Ingredients:
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In a bowl, cream butter + sugar until fluffy.
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Beat in eggs, one at a time.
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Add mashed sweet potato, coconut milk, and rum. Mix well.
3️⃣ Combine Dry Ingredients:
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In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and spices (if using).
4️⃣ Bake:
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Gently fold dry ingredients into wet batter until just combined (don’t overmix).
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Pour into pan and bake 50-60 mins, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
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Cool in pan 10 mins, then transfer to a wire rack.
5️⃣ Glaze (Optional):
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Whisk powdered sugar with rum or coconut milk until smooth. Drizzle over cooled cake.
🌟 Tips & Variations
✅ For Extra Flavor: Toast ½ cup shredded coconut and sprinkle on top before baking.
✅ Make It Boozy: Brush warm cake with 1-2 tbsp extra rum.
✅ Storage: Keeps for 3 days airtight, or freeze for up to 1 month.
Why You’ll Love It
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Moist & dense like traditional pound cake, with a tropical twist.
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Naturally sweet from sweet potatoes—no need for excessive sugar.
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Pairs perfectly with coffee, chai tea, or a glass of rum punch!
Serve warm with whipped coconut cream for an extra indulgence. 🌴