Mashed Sweet Potatoes with Orange Essence

Elevate your side dish game with these Mashed Sweet Potatoes with Orange Essence, a harmonious blend of creamy, buttery sweetness and bright citrusy notes. Perfect for cozy family dinners or festive holiday feasts, this recipe combines silky smooth sweet potatoes with the zesty vibrance of fresh orange juice and zest, complemented by a touch of maple syrup and warm cinnamon spice. The addition of heavy cream ensures a luscious, velvety texture, while freshly melted butter adds richness to every bite. Ready in just 40 minutes, this dish is as quick to prepare as it is irresistible. Serve these mashed sweet potatoes as a vibrant, aromatic side, and let their unique blend of flavors steal the spotlight at your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 large sweet potatoes
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon orange zest
• 0.25 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed)
• 0.25 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Peel the sweet potatoes and chop them into 2-inch cubes to ensure even cooking.

Step 2

Place the sweet potato cubes into a large pot and cover them with cold water. Add a pinch of salt to the water.

Step 3

Bring the pot to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook the sweet potatoes for 20-25 minutes or until they are fork-tender.

Step 4

Drain the sweet potatoes in a colander and return them to the pot. Allow them to sit for a few minutes to let any excess moisture evaporate.

Step 5

In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Add the orange zest, orange juice, and heavy cream. Warm the mixture gently, stirring occasionally, until it's combined and heated through, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat.

Step 6

Mash the sweet potatoes using a potato masher or a hand mixer on low speed until smooth and lump-free.

Step 7

Pour the warm butter-orange mixture into the mashed sweet potatoes. Add the maple syrup, ground cinnamon, salt, and ground black pepper.

Step 8

Stir or whip the mixture until all ingredients are thoroughly combined and the texture is creamy.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Add more orange juice or maple syrup if desired for extra sweetness or citrus flavor.

Step 10

Transfer the mashed sweet potatoes to a serving dish and garnish with an optional sprinkle of orange zest or a dash of cinnamon before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(920.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1257.8

Total Fat 56.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 33.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 153mg	0%
Sodium 1605.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 181.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.1g	0%
Total Sugars 64.1g
Protein 11.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 250.3mg	0%
Iron 5.4mg	0%
Potassium 150.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.6%

Protein: 3.7%

Carbs: 56.8%