Mashed Sweet Potatoes: Sweet and Savory Versions
Servings: 6 Servings
Ingredients
For the Base Recipe:
- 3 pounds sweet potatoes peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ¼ cup milk or cream add more for creamier potatoes
- ½ teaspoon salt
For Sweet Mashed Sweet Potatoes (Add to the base recipe):
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar or maple syrup
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- Pinch of nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Savory Mashed Sweet Potatoes (Add to the base recipe):
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan
- 1 clove garlic minced
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper or to taste
Instructions
To Make the Base Recipe:
- Peel and cut the sweet potatoes into 1-inch cubes. Add them to a large pot, cover with cold water, and sprinkle in a little salt.3 pounds sweet potatoes
- Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat and simmer until fork-tender, about 15 to 20 minutes.
- Drain well and let the potatoes sit for a minute to steam dry in a mixing bowl.
- Add the butter, milk, and salt.4 tablespoons unsalted butter, ¼ cup milk or cream, ½ teaspoon salt
- Mash until smooth using a potato masher or hand mixer, adding more milk as needed for your preferred texture.
To Make the Sweet Version (after you've made the base recipe):
- Stir in the brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract.2 tablespoons light brown sugar, ½ teaspoon cinnamon, Pinch of nutmeg, ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.
- Top with pecans, marshmallows, or a drizzle of maple syrup before serving.
To Make the Savory Version (after you've made the base recipe):
- Mix in the sour cream, Parmesan, garlic, and black pepper.2 tablespoons sour cream, 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan, 1 clove garlic, ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Stir until creamy and well combined.
- Garnish with more cheese, chives, or thyme before serving.
Notes
- The calories listed are an approximation based on the ingredients in the recipe card and a serving size of about 1 cup of the mashed sweet potatoes. Actual calories will vary.
- I use very little salt in these potatoes, so you may need to add more after mixing the add-ins.
- Normally, I saute the garlic in a tiny bit of olive oil then add it to the mashed potatoes. You can also use raw garlic, jarred garlic, or boil a couple of cloves of garlic with the potatoes.
- Scroll up above the recipe for the following info:
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- How to Make Mashed Sweet Potatoes (with step-by-step photos)
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- How to Store Leftovers
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Nutrition Facts
Mashed Sweet Potatoes: Sweet and Savory Versions
Serving Size
1 cup
Amount per Serving
Calories
301
% Daily Value*
Fat
9
g
14
%
Saturated Fat
6
g
38
%
Trans Fat
0.3
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.4
g
Monounsaturated Fat
2
g
Cholesterol
25
mg
8
%
Sodium
355
mg
15
%
Potassium
800
mg
23
%
Carbohydrates
51
g
17
%
Fiber
7
g
29
%
Sugar
14
g
16
%
Protein
5
g
10
%
Vitamin A
32466
IU
649
%
Vitamin C
6
mg
7
%
Calcium
108
mg
11
%
Iron
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
