https://www.instagram.com/karinabakeswithlove/Jalea de batata is a classic Dominican dulce made out of a specific kind of sweet potato known as batata. This pudding-like dessert is made with different spices and milks to create a delicious treat! Every Dominican household has so many little variations when making this recipe. Some add shaved coconut, while others add different spices, milks, or even raisins. Others like it thick, almost with a mashed potato texture, while many want it to be more like a pudding. Thats what makes a recipe like this so special because depending on how your tia or abuela made it, thats how youll remember and love it! However you enjoy this, make it a tradition and share it with your family! Ingredients: 2 pounds batata (sweet potatoes) 1 (13.05 ounce) can coconut milk 1 (12 ounce) can plus cup evaporated milk 1 teaspoons cinnamon teaspoons ground cloves teaspoon salt 1 tablespoons Dominican vanilla extract 2 cups granulated sugar Optional toppings: toasted coconut flakes, raisins, pineapple, caramel For step-by-step instructions, visit karinabakeswithlove.com
