Description
Creamy Mashed Sweet Potatoes are the ultimate Thanksgiving side dish, combining sweet, buttery flavors with a velvety texture. This recipe is a family favorite that transforms ordinary sweet potatoes into a festive delight perfect for holiday gatherings. With hints of cinnamon and nutmeg, each bite is a warm hug that complements turkey or ham beautifully. Easy to make, this dish will leave your guests asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Peel and chop sweet potatoes into even chunks.
- Boil in a large pot of cold water over medium heat until fork-tender (15-20 minutes).
- Drain and let steam dry for a minute.
- Return sweet potatoes to the pot; add butter, heavy cream, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
- Mash until smooth; adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve warm, garnished with a pat of butter or a sprinkle of cinnamon.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg