Orange Whipped Sweet Potatoes

Brighten up your holiday table or weeknight dinner with these luscious Orange Whipped Sweet Potatoes! This velvety side dish takes tender sweet potatoes and elevates them with the zesty sweetness of fresh orange juice and zest, creating a perfect harmony of creamy texture and citrusy flavor. Infused with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, and sweetened ever so lightly with brown sugar, these whipped sweet potatoes strike an irresistible balance between savory and sweet. Effortlessly prepared in under an hour, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a show-stopping dish that’s perfect for pairing with roasted meats or vegetable medleys. Serve them warm, garnished with a touch of orange zest or cinnamon, for a comforting yet refined twist on a classic favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 large sweet potatoes
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.25 cups heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon orange zest
• 0.25 cups fresh orange juice
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons ground nutmeg

Directions

Step 1

Peel and chop the sweet potatoes into 1-inch cubes.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Bring the pot to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are fork-tender.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Add the unsalted butter to the hot sweet potatoes. Use a masher or electric mixer to mash the potatoes until smooth.

Step 6

Slowly add the heavy cream while whipping the sweet potatoes until they are light and creamy.

Step 7

Stir in the orange zest, orange juice, brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, and nutmeg. Mix until all ingredients are fully incorporated and the sweet potatoes are evenly flavored.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 9

Transfer the whipped sweet potatoes to a serving dish. Garnish with additional orange zest or a sprinkle of cinnamon, if desired.

Step 10

Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	935.9 grams (935.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1339

Total Fat 68.70g	88%
Saturated Fat 40.00g	200%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 184mg	61%
Sodium 1610mg	70%
Total Carbohydrate 173.80g	63%
Dietary Fiber 24.10g	86%
Total Sugars 55.50g
Protein 12.10g	24%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 273mg	21%
Iron 5mg	30%
Potassium 189mg	4%

*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: 45.4%

Protein: 3.6%

Carbs: 51.0%