Description
Creamy Sweet Mashed Potatoes are a flavorful and comforting side dish made with boiled sweet potatoes, butter, and cream. This easy mashed sweet potato recipe is smooth, naturally sweet, and perfect for holidays or everyday dinners. Great with turkey, chicken, or pork, and customizable with herbs or spices. A family-friendly, make-ahead, and gluten-free option!
Ingredients
2 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped
4 tablespoons butter
1/3 cup milk or heavy cream
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Optional: 1 clove garlic (minced), chili flakes, chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
1. Peel and chop the sweet potatoes into even chunks.
2. Place them in a large pot, cover with salted water, and bring to a boil.
3. Boil for 15–20 minutes, or until fork-tender.
4. Drain the potatoes and let them sit for 2–3 minutes to release excess moisture.
5. Return them to the pot and add butter, milk (or cream), salt, and pepper.
6. Mash using a potato masher or hand mixer until smooth and creamy.
7. Taste and adjust seasoning. Add more butter or milk for extra creaminess if desired.
8. Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with herbs, chili flakes, or a drizzle of melted butter.
9. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
For a richer flavor, substitute milk with heavy cream or a blend of both.
Don’t skip letting the potatoes steam dry after boiling—it prevents watery mash.
Use a hand mixer for a whipped texture or mash by hand for a rustic finish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiled and Mashed
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg