Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of these Maple Mashed Sweet Potatoes, a delightful side dish perfect for any occasion. The subtle sweetness of maple syrup combined with the warmth of cinnamon makes this a standout recipe that will please any crowd.
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potatoes:
- 3 pounds sweet potatoes (peeled and cut into chunks)
Other Ingredients:
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/2 cup milk or heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Sweet Potatoes: Place sweet potato chunks in a large pot, cover with cold water, and boil until very tender, about 15–20 minutes. Drain and return to pot.
- Mash the Sweet Potatoes: Add butter, maple syrup, milk or cream, cinnamon, salt, and nutmeg. Mash until smooth and creamy with a potato masher or use a hand mixer for a silkier texture.
- Serve: Adjust seasoning to taste and serve warm.
Notes
- For extra richness, substitute half the milk with cream cheese or mascarpone.
- This dish can be prepared ahead and reheated with a splash of milk before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling, Mashing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 recipe
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 160 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
