Description
Indulge in the warmth of Golden Creamy Mashed Sweet Potatoes, a Thanksgiving staple that combines the earthy sweetness of perfectly mashed sweet potatoes with rich butter and a hint of cinnamon. This comforting dish not only enchants your taste buds but also creates an inviting aroma that gathers loved ones around the holiday table. Elevate your festive feast with this delightful recipe that promises to be the star of your Thanksgiving spread.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium sweet potatoes (about 2 pounds), peeled and cut into chunks
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ½ cup heavy cream (or milk for a lighter option)
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Peel and cut sweet potatoes into even chunks.
- Boil the sweet potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain and let steam dry for 5 minutes for fluffiness.
- Return sweet potatoes to the pot, adding butter, cream, cinnamon, and salt. Mash until smooth.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed; serve garnished with a sprinkle of cinnamon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 218
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 22mg