Creamy Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Creamy Mashed Sweet Potatoes combine the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with creamy ingredients, creating a dish that is both satisfying and luxurious. Whether paired with holiday feasts or served as a comforting side dish for everyday dinners, creamy mashed sweet potatoes never disappoint.
Servings: 8 yield(s)
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Ingredients
  • 2 lb (about 900g) sweet potatoes (peeled and cubed)
  • 3 tbsp (42g) unsalted butter (cut into small pieces)
  • 1/4 cup (60g) milk or cream
  • 3 tbsp (45ml) maple syrup or honey
  • 1/2 tsp (3g) salt
Instructions
  1. Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into evenly sized cubes.
  2. Place the sweet potato cubes in a large pot and cover them with cold water. Bring the water to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to medium and let the sweet potatoes simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until they are fork-tender.
  3. Drain the sweet potatoes and return them to the pot. Add the butter, milk or cream, maple syrup or honey and salt to the pot with the sweet potatoes. Mash the sweet potatoes with a potato masher until they are smooth and creamy. Transfer the mashed sweet potatoes to a serving dish.
Recipe Notes

Adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more salt or maple syrup/honey according to your preference.