Easy Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Creamy, lightly sweet mashed sweet potatoes with butter and a hint of cinnamon—an easy, cozy side for weeknights or holidays.
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Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds sweet potatoes peeled and cut into 1.5-inch chunks
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter cut into pieces
- 0.5 cup milk warmed; whole milk or half-and-half
- 1 tablespoons maple syrup optional
- 0.75 teaspoons kosher salt plus more to taste
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cinnamon optional
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper optional
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Place sweet potato chunks in a large pot and cover with cold water by 1 inch. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a lively simmer.
- Cook until very tender when pierced with a fork, about 15 to 20 minutes. Drain well.
- Return potatoes to the hot pot and set over low heat for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring, to steam off excess moisture.
- Mash the potatoes with a masher. Add butter and mash until melted and incorporated.
- Pour in warm milk and add maple syrup, salt, cinnamon, and pepper. Stir until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning.
- Serve warm. For extra-smooth texture, use a hand mixer on low for 30 to 45 seconds.
Notes
Make-ahead tip: Prepare up to 2 days in advance and reheat gently with a splash of milk. For richer flavor, swap milk for half-and-half.