Vanilla Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Transform your holiday table or weeknight dinner into something extraordinary with these luscious Vanilla Mashed Sweet Potatoes. This easy-to-make side dish elevates the natural sweetness of tender sweet potatoes with the warm, rich flavors of pure vanilla extract, brown sugar, and a hint of cinnamon. Creamy heavy cream and butter lend a luxurious texture, while the subtle seasoning of salt balances the sweetness perfectly. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe is a delightful twist on a classic comfort food that pairs beautifully with roasted meats, holiday favorites, or a cozy vegetarian spread. Serve warm for an indulgent, aromatic treat that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
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Ingredients
- 4 large sweet potatoes
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Directions
Step 1
Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into 1-inch cubes for even cooking.
Step 2
Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add the sweet potato cubes.
Step 3
Cook the sweet potatoes for 15–20 minutes, or until they are fork-tender.
Step 4
Drain the sweet potatoes and return them to the pot or a large mixing bowl.
Step 5
Add the butter, heavy cream, vanilla extract, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt to the sweet potatoes.
Step 6
Using a potato masher or an electric mixer, mash the sweet potatoes until smooth and creamy. Adjust the salt to taste, if needed.
Step 7
Transfer the mashed sweet potatoes to a serving dish and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (911.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1419.4 |
| Total Fat 76.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 45.0g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 213mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1038.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 165.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 22.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 50.0g | |
| Protein 11.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 253.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 42.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories