Description
Creamy and flavorful, these Best Mashed Sweet Potatoes are the ultimate comfort food side dish. Made with sweet potatoes, butter, and warm spices, this easy recipe is perfect for Thanksgiving or any cozy meal. Great for meal prep, gluten-free, and can be made dairy-free too.
Ingredients
3 pounds sweet potatoes
4 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup heavy cream or milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
1 tablespoon maple syrup or brown sugar (optional)
1/4 teaspoon black pepper or nutmeg (optional)
Instructions
1. Peel and chop sweet potatoes into even chunks.
2. Place them in a large pot, cover with water, and add a pinch of salt.
3. Bring to a boil and cook until fork-tender, about 15–20 minutes.
4. Drain potatoes well and let them steam dry for 2–3 minutes.
5. Transfer to a bowl and mash using a potato masher or hand mixer.
6. Stir in butter, cream or milk, and salt.
7. Add cinnamon, maple syrup, or nutmeg if using.
8. Mix until smooth and creamy.
9. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
10. Serve warm, or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute milk with unsweetened almond milk or coconut milk.
Make ahead tip: Prepare the mash a day early and reheat with a splash of milk.
For extra flavor, garnish with chopped herbs or toasted pecans.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiled and Mashed
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg