Description
Creamy Maple Mashed Sweet Potatoes is a comforting and soul-warming side dish perfect for any meal. Smooth, buttery sweet potatoes blended with the natural sweetness of maple syrup create a deliciously creamy and flavorful accompaniment. This recipe is quick and easy, making it an ideal choice for holiday dinners or everyday family meals.
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potatoes
- 4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
Dairy and Flavorings
- ½ cup whole milk (or a plant-based alternative)
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 1 tsp salt (optional, to taste)
Instructions
- Boil the Sweet Potatoes: In a large pot, bring water to a boil with a pinch of salt. Add the peeled and cubed sweet potatoes, and cook them until they are fork-tender, which should take about 20 minutes.
- Mash the Potatoes: Drain the cooked sweet potatoes and return them to the pot or a large bowl. Use a potato masher to mash them until the texture is smooth and creamy.
- Add the Milk, Butter, and Maple Syrup: Gradually stir in the whole milk, unsalted butter, and maple syrup into the mashed sweet potatoes. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is fully combined and has a creamy consistency.
- Serve Warm: Serve the mashed sweet potatoes warm. Optionally, garnish with additional butter or maple syrup for extra richness and flavor before serving.
Notes
- You can use a plant-based milk and vegan butter alternative to make this recipe dairy-free.
- Adjust the salt according to your taste preference or dietary needs.
- For a smoother texture, use a hand mixer instead of mashing by hand.
- Maple syrup can be substituted with honey for a different but still sweet flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
