Description
Creamy Maple Mashed Sweet Potatoes are a comforting and soul-warming side dish perfect for any meal. This recipe combines tender boiled sweet potatoes with rich butter, smooth milk, and sweet maple syrup to create a luscious and flavorful mash that’s deliciously creamy and lightly sweetened. Easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, this dish serves six and is ideal to complement holiday feasts or everyday dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potatoes
- 4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
Dairy & Sweeteners
- 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 until fork-tender, approximately 20 minutes, ensuring they become soft enough to mash smoothly.
- Mash the Potatoes: Drain the sweet potatoes thoroughly and return them to the pot or place them in a large bowl. Use a potato masher to mash the potatoes until they reach a smooth and creamy texture without lumps.
- Add the Milk, Butter, and Maple Syrup: Gradually stir in the whole milk, unsalted butter, and maple syrup into the mashed sweet potatoes. Mix well until the ingredients are fully combined, creating a rich and creamy consistency.
- Serve Warm: Transfer the creamy mashed sweet potatoes to a serving dish. Optionally, garnish with extra butter or a drizzle of maple syrup for additional richness and sweetness. Serve immediately while warm.
Notes
- Use plant-based milk alternatives like almond or oat milk to make this dish dairy-free.
- For a thicker mash, use less milk and adjust to your preferred consistency.
- Adjust the maple syrup quantity based on your desired sweetness.
- Adding a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg can enhance the flavor depth.
- To save time, sweet potatoes can be cooked in a pressure cooker instead of boiling.
