Description
Creamy Maple Mashed Sweet Potatoes are a soul-warming side dish perfect for cozy dinners or holiday meals. This recipe features tender boiled sweet potatoes mashed to perfection and blended with rich butter, smooth milk, and sweet maple syrup for a luscious, comforting flavor that complements a variety of main courses.
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potatoes
- 4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
Dairy and Sweeteners
- ½ cup whole milk (or a plant-based alternative)
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- ¼ cup maple syrup
Seasoning
- 1 tsp salt (optional, to taste)
Instructions
- Boil the Sweet Potatoes: In a large pot, bring water to a boil, adding a pinch of salt. Add the peeled and cubed sweet potatoes to the boiling water. Cook them until they are fork-tender, which usually takes about 20 minutes.
- Mash the Potatoes: Once cooked, drain the sweet potatoes thoroughly. Return them to the pot or transfer to a large bowl. Using a potato masher, mash the potatoes until 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 everything together until fully combined and creamy in texture.
- Serve Warm: Serve the creamy mashed sweet potatoes warm. For extra richness and presentation, optionally garnish with additional butter or a drizzle of maple syrup.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, substitute whole milk and butter with plant-based milk and vegan butter substitutes.
- Adjust the amount of maple syrup to your taste preference for sweetness.
- The salt is optional but helps to balance the sweetness of the syrup.
- Ensure sweet potatoes are well mashed for a smoother texture or leave slightly chunky for a rustic feel.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
