Description
This recipe offers a delightful twist on classic mashed potatoes, combining the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with the warm, comforting flavors of maple syrup and cinnamon. It’s a perfect side dish for any meal, bringing a touch of seasonal warmth and deliciousness to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Pinch of nutmeg (optional)
Instructions
- Place the cubed sweet potatoes in a large pot and cover with water.
- Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain the sweet potatoes well.
- Return the sweet potatoes to the pot. Add maple syrup, butter, cinnamon, salt, and nutmeg (if using).
- Mash the sweet potatoes with a potato masher or fork until smooth and creamy.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- For a creamier mash, you can use an electric mixer or food processor.
- Adjust the amount of maple syrup to your preference for sweetness.
- A pinch of ground ginger can also add a nice warmth to the flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling and Mashing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg