Mashed Sweet Potatoes Apples Recipe from Woman's Day
Elevate your holiday table or weeknight dinner with the irresistible Mashed Sweet Potatoes and Apples Recipe from Woman's Day—a perfect blend of savory and sweet that’s as comforting as it is simple to make. Featuring tender sweet potatoes and tart apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp, this velvety mash is infused with warm cinnamon, nutmeg, and a touch of creamy butter for the ultimate cozy side dish. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe is naturally sweetened with the option of honey or maple syrup, making it a healthier yet indulgent choice. Ideal for pairing with roasted meats or holiday classics, this dish serves six and promises to be a crowd-pleaser at any gathering.
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Ingredients
- 2 pounds Sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 2 medium Apples, peeled, cored, and chopped (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.25 cup Milk
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Honey or maple syrup (optional, for extra sweetness)
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the sweet potatoes and cook for 10 minutes.
Step 2
Add the chopped apples to the same pot with the sweet potatoes and continue to boil for an additional 10 minutes, or until both the sweet potatoes and apples are tender when pierced with a fork.
Step 3
Drain the sweet potatoes and apples and return them to the pot.
Step 4
Add the butter, milk, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt to the pot.
Step 5
Use a potato masher or handheld mixer to mash the sweet potatoes and apples until smooth and well combined.
Step 6
If desired, stir in honey or maple syrup for additional sweetness.
Step 7
Transfer the mashed sweet potatoes and apples to a serving dish and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1401.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1382.1 |
| Total Fat 39.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 21.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 98.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1717.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 256.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 37.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 94.3g | |
| Protein 17.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 26.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 407.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3574.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories