Description
These Easy Mashed Sweet Potatoes are a comforting and delicious side dish perfect for any occasion. Creamy, flavorful, and simple to make, these mashed sweet potatoes are sure to be a hit at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potatoes:
- 2 1/2 pounds sweet potatoes (peeled and cubed)
Additional Ingredients:
- 1/3 cup milk (or more as needed)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup or brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon or nutmeg for added warmth
Instructions
- Boil Sweet Potatoes: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add cubed sweet potatoes and cook for 15–20 minutes, or until fork-tender.
- Drain and Mash: Drain well and return to the pot. Add butter, milk, maple syrup or brown sugar, salt, pepper, and cinnamon or nutmeg if using. Mash until smooth using a potato masher or hand mixer, adjusting the milk as needed for desired creaminess.
- Season and Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve warm.
Notes
- For dairy-free, use almond milk and vegan butter.
- Add a splash of orange juice or a pinch of cayenne for a twist.
- These can be made ahead and reheated on the stovetop or in the microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
