Whipped Chipotle Sweet Potatoes
Transform your classic sweet potato side dish into a show-stopping centerpiece with these Whipped Chipotle Sweet Potatoes! This recipe combines the natural sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes with the smoky heat of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, all perfectly balanced by a touch of honey and creamy butter. The result is a silky, flavorful mash with just the right kick of spice. Whether served alongside a holiday feast or a weeknight dinner, this dish is both comforting and elevated. Customize the sweetness and spice level to suit your taste, and consider adding a hint of cinnamon for a subtle, warming note. Ready in just over an hour, this crowd-pleaser is guaranteed to impress every guest at your table!
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Ingredients
- 4 large sweet potatoes
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 peppers chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 0.25 cup milk or heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Step 2
Wash the sweet potatoes thoroughly, then pierce each one several times with a fork.
Step 3
Place the sweet potatoes directly on the oven rack or on a baking sheet lined with foil. Roast for 45-50 minutes, or until they are fork-tender.
Step 4
Once the sweet potatoes are finished roasting, remove them from the oven and let them cool for about 10 minutes, or until they are safe to handle.
Step 5
Peel the skins off the sweet potatoes and place the flesh into a large mixing bowl.
Step 6
Add the unsalted butter, chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, honey, milk or heavy cream, salt, black pepper, and cinnamon (if using) to the bowl.
Step 7
Using an electric hand mixer or a potato masher, whip or mash the mixture until it is smooth, creamy, and well combined. Adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if desired.
Step 8
Transfer the whipped sweet potatoes to a serving dish and garnish with an extra drizzle of honey or a sprinkle of cinnamon, if desired.
Step 9
Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (916.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1210.1 |
| Total Fat 49.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 28.6g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 127mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3048.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 189.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 23.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 71.0g | |
| Protein 14.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 31IU | 0% |
| Calcium 321.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 249.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories