Description
Creamy Maple Mashed Sweet Potatoes are a comforting and soul-warming side dish, perfect for cozy dinners or holiday meals. This recipe combines tender boiled sweet potatoes with rich butter, smooth milk, and luscious maple syrup to create a velvety, sweet-savory mash that complements a variety of main dishes.
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potatoes
- 4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup whole milk (or a plant-based alternative)
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- ¼ cup maple syrup
Seasoning
- 1 tsp salt (optional, to taste)
Instructions
- Boil the Sweet Potatoes: In a large pot, bring water to a boil, adding a pinch of salt for seasoning. Carefully add the peeled and cubed sweet potatoes and cook them until they are fork-tender, which should take about 20 minutes. This ensures they are soft enough for mashing without becoming waterlogged.
- Mash the Potatoes: Drain the cooked sweet potatoes well and return them to the pot or transfer to a large bowl. Using a potato masher, mash the potatoes thoroughly until you achieve a smooth and creamy texture, free of 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 continuously until all ingredients are fully combined and the mash is luxuriously creamy.
- Serve Warm: Transfer the mashed sweet potatoes to a serving dish and serve immediately while warm. For added richness and flavor, optionally garnish with an extra pat of butter or a drizzle of maple syrup.
Notes
- You can substitute the whole milk with almond, oat, or soy milk for a dairy-free alternative.
- Adjust the amount of maple syrup depending on your desired sweetness.
- Adding a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg can enhance the warm flavors of this dish.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with roasted meats, turkey, or as part of a vegetarian meal.
- For a lighter version, reduce the butter or use a low-fat milk option.
