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    Home » Appetizers & Sides » Mashed Sweet Potatoes

    Mashed Sweet Potatoes

    Published: Sep 29, 2020 · Modified: Apr 14, 2021 by Jennie · This post may contain affiliate links

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    Mashed potatoes are my favorite side dish. These Mashed Sweet Potatoes have the perfect sweet taste with maple and cinnamon mixed in. Perfect for any time of year, not just Thanksgiving!

    Mashed Sweet Potatoes in a white bowl with butter

    How to make Mashed Sweet Potatoes:

    Step one: Peel and dice sweet potatoes. Place them in a large pot and cover with water. Boil your potatoes until tender then drain. Once drained go ahead and return to pot.

    • Tip: Boiling should take 15-20 minutes. Use a fork to poke the potatoes to tell if they are tender. 

    diced sweet potatoes in a pot

    Step two: Next use a potato masher or hand mixer and mash potatoes.

    • Tip: I used a potato masher in this recipe and you can see it's very textured and lumpy. If you want a smooth or whipped texture I suggest using the hand mixer. 

    sweet potatoes cooked and mashed and adding butter and seasoning

    Step three: Last mix in butter, brown sugar, nutmeg, cinnamon, and maple syrup with a hand mixer. Mash until you have the texture you enjoy.

    close up Mashed Sweet Potatoes with a slice of butter on top

    Storing Tips:

    • Fridge: Allow potatoes to cool and place them in an airtight container. Keep in the fridge for 3-4 days. Preheat in the microwave or stovetop.
    • Freezer: Apottoes to cool then place them in a large freezer bag. Flatten as needed to ensure even freezing and to remove as much air as possible. Place flat in a freezer to store for up to 12 months.

    Reheating Directions:

    To reheat allow to thaw in the fridge overnight.

    • Microwave: Place potatoes in a microwave-safe bowl and cook for 2-3 minutes until warm throughout. Stopping to mix ever 30-40 seconds.
    • Stove-top: Place potatoes in a pot. Reheat over medium heat stirring occasionally. Add milk if needed.

    Mashed Sweet Potatoes in a bowl on a yellow polka dot napkin

     

    Want even more sweet potato recipes? Check these out next:

    Sweet Potato Fries: Sweet potato fries are a favorite of my husband! This recipe is so good and a great side dish option for just about any meal. 

    Taco Stuffed Sweet Potato: One of my favorite lunch recipes, so simple to make and so full of flavor. 

    Sweet Potato Casserole: This casserole is a must for the holidays! Nothing pairs better with a turkey or ham then this casserole. 

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    Mashed Sweet Potatoes in a bowl on a yellow polka dot napkin

    Mashed Sweet Potatoes

    Jennie Duncan
    Mashed potatoes are my favorite side dish. These Mashed Sweet Potatoes have the perfect sweet taste with maple and cinnamon mixed in. Perfect for any time of year, not just Thanksgiving!
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 20 mins
    Total Time 30 mins
    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine American
    Servings 10 servings
    Calories 193 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 3 pounds Sweet potatoes (peeled and cube)
    • 6 tablespoons Butter (cubed)
    • 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
    • ⅛ teaspoon Nutmeg
    • ¼ teaspoon Cinnamon
    • 2 tablespoons Maple syrup

    Instructions
     

    • Placed peeled and cubed sweet potatoes in a pot and cover with water. Boil your potatoes until tender then drain. Drain and return to pot.
    • Use a potato masher or hand mixer and mash potatoes.
    • Mix in butter, brown sugar, nutmeg, cinnamon, and maple syrup with a hand mixer. Mash until you have the texture you enjoy.

    Notes

    • Boiling should take 15-20 minutes. Use a fork to poke the potatoes to tell if they are tender. 
    • I used a potato masher in this recipe and you can see it's very textured and lumpy. If you want a smooth or whipped texture I suggest using the hand mixer.
    Storing Tips:
    • Fridge: Allow potatoes to cool and place them in an airtight container. Keep in the fridge for 3-4 days. Preheat in the microwave or stovetop.
    • Freezer: Apottoes to cool then place them in a large freezer bag. Flatten as needed to ensure even freezing and to remove as much air as possible. Place flat in a freezer to store for up to 12 months.
    Reheating Directions:
    To reheat allow to thaw in the fridge overnight. 
    • Microwave: Place potatoes in a microwave-safe bowl and cook for 2-3 minutes until warm throughout. Stopping to mix ever 30-40 seconds. 
    • Stove-top: Place potatoes in a pot. Reheat over medium heat stirring occasionally. Add milk if needed. 

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1cupCalories: 193kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 18mgSodium: 136mgPotassium: 468mgFiber: 4gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 19515IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 47mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword Mashed Sweet Potatoes
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    1. Emily

      September 10, 2015 at 3:01 pm

      Yum! I am so ready for fall flavors. I'll have to give these a try soon.

      Reply
      • Jennie

        September 10, 2015 at 4:44 pm

        Hope you enjoy them Emily!

        Reply
    2. Holly McCall {McCall Manor}

      September 09, 2015 at 8:03 am

      These will be on my Thanksgiving table. Probably even on the table a few times this fall. Thanks for sharing and linking up at Your Inspired Design!

      Reply
      • Jennie

        September 09, 2015 at 8:38 am

        I love making these potatoes all fall long! Thanks or stopping by Holly!

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    3. Christine

      September 07, 2015 at 2:15 pm

      Looks yummy! Thanks for linking up! Stopping by from Your Inspired Design Link Party.

      Reply
      • Jennie

        September 07, 2015 at 2:39 pm

        Thanks Christine!

        Reply
    4. Sasha

      September 04, 2015 at 1:35 pm

      So yummy. My mom used to make this for Thanksgiving!

      Reply
      • Jennie

        September 04, 2015 at 1:45 pm

        We love them! Thanks for coming by Sasha!

        Reply
    5. Amila -Food Corner

      September 04, 2015 at 1:45 am

      I can imagine the taste.I am sure my son would love this...

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      • Jennie

        September 04, 2015 at 10:23 am

        Yes my kids loved it! My oldest loves anything with syrup =)

        Reply

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