Mashed Sweet Potatoes with Coconut Milk
Elevate your side dish game with these creamy Mashed Sweet Potatoes with Coconut Milk, a luxurious and flavorful twist on the classic! Featuring naturally sweet and velvety sweet potatoes mashed to perfection with rich, full-fat coconut milk, a touch of butter, and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, this recipe is as decadent as it is simple. The optional drizzle of maple syrup adds a hint of natural sweetness, making it a perfect pairing for holiday feasts or comforting weeknight dinners. Ready in just 35 minutes, this dairy-free side dish is a dream for those seeking healthier options without sacrificing flavor. Serve it alongside roasted meats or plant-based mains for a cozy, crowd-pleasing treat guaranteed to become a new favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large sweet potatoes
- 1 cup coconut milk (full-fat)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
Instructions
Peel and chop the sweet potatoes into roughly 1-inch cubes.
Place the sweet potato cubes into a large pot and cover with water. Add a pinch of salt to the water.
Bring the pot to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender and can be easily pierced with a fork.
Drain the sweet potatoes and return them to the pot.
Add the coconut milk, butter, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and maple syrup (if using) to the pot with the sweet potatoes.
Using a potato masher or an electric hand mixer, mash the sweet potatoes until smooth and creamy.
Taste the mashed sweet potatoes and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Serve immediately as a warm side dish, garnished with a sprinkle of cinnamon if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1414 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 81.2 g | 104% | |
| Saturated Fat | 65.0 g | 325% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 2798 mg | 122% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 169.4 g | 62% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.4 g | 98% | |
| Total Sugars | 48.6 g | ||
| Protein | 16.1 g | 32% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 283 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 12.7 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 672 mg | 14% | |
*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.
