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Mashed sweet potatoes in a bowl, topped with melting butter and fresh parsley.

Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Amelia MapstoneAmelia Mapstone
Whip up this creamy Mashed Sweet Potatoes recipe in just 30 minutes! A sweet, spiced side dish with maple syrup & cinnamon for any meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 316 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 3 pounds sweet potatoes peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter cut into pats
  • 1/2 cup half-and-half warmed
  • 3 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1 pinch ground cinnamon
  • 1 pinch ground nutmeg
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Instructions
 

  • Place the sweet potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water by about 1 inch. Stir in the salt and bring the water to a boil.
    Boiling sweet potatoes in a pot for mashed sweet potatoes.
  • Reduce the heat to a gentle simmer and cook for about 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are easily pierced with a fork.
  • Drain the sweet potatoes and return them to the pot. Add the butter, warmed half-and-half, and maple syrup. Mash until smooth and well combined.
    Mashed sweet potatoes in a white pot with a wooden handle.
  • Season with cinnamon, nutmeg, freshly ground black pepper, and extra salt to taste. Serve warm, garnished with parsley.
    Mashed sweet potatoes in a bowl, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Calories: 316kcalCarbohydrates: 53gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 527mgFiber: 7g
Keyword Mashed Sweet Potatoes
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