Flavorful Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Creamy, cozy, and utterly delicious, these Flavorful Mashed Sweet Potatoes are the perfect side dish to elevate any meal. Naturally sweet and enhanced with the rich flavors of maple syrup, ground cinnamon, and nutmeg, these velvety mashed sweet potatoes strike the perfect balance of sweet and savory. Butter and heavy cream lend a luscious, smooth texture, while a touch of salt and black pepper rounds out the taste beautifully. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or as a showstopping addition to your holiday table. Ideal for pairing with roasted meats, hearty stews, or even plant-based mains, these mashed sweet potatoes will have everyone coming back for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 large sweet potatoes
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.25 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into 1-inch chunks for even cooking.

Step 2

Place the sweet potato chunks into a large pot and cover them with cold water. Add a pinch of salt to the water.

Step 3

Bring the pot to a boil over medium-high heat and cook the sweet potatoes for about 20 minutes or until they are fork-tender.

Step 4

Drain the sweet potatoes well and return them to the pot.

Step 5

Add the butter to the hot sweet potatoes and allow it to melt.

Step 6

Pour in the heavy cream and maple syrup, then add the ground cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Using a potato masher or an electric hand mixer, mash the sweet potatoes until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning to taste if necessary.

Step 8

Serve the mashed sweet potatoes warm as a flavorful side dish, garnished with a light sprinkle of cinnamon if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	871.4 grams (871.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1333

Total Fat 68.20g	87%
Saturated Fat 40.20g	201%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 184mg	61%
Sodium 1607mg	70%
Total Carbohydrate 174.40g	63%
Dietary Fiber 22.60g	81%
Total Sugars 59.00g
Protein 11.40g	23%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 245mg	19%
Iron 5mg	29%
Potassium 27mg	1%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.2%

Protein: 3.4%

Carbs: 51.4%