Molasses Whipped Sweet Potatoes
Elevate your holiday table or weeknight dinner with these velvety Molasses Whipped Sweet Potatoes, a comforting dish bursting with warm, spiced flavors. Perfectly tender sweet potatoes are whipped to creamy perfection with rich heavy cream, butter, and a unique touch of molasses, giving them a hint of earthy sweetness that sets them apart from traditional recipes. Infused with aromatic cinnamon and nutmeg, this dish captures the cozy essence of fall and winter in every bite. A garnish of crunchy pecans adds optional texture and visual appeal, making it ideal for entertaining. Ready in under an hour and with only 15 minutes of prep, these mashed sweet potatoes are as easy to prepare as they are delicious. Serve them as a standout side dish for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any meal in need of a little extra indulgence.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large sweet potatoes
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 3 tablespoons molasses
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.75 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup optional pecans (for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into even chunks, about 2-inch pieces.
Place the potato chunks in a large pot and cover with water. Add a pinch of salt to the water.
Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat, then lower the heat to maintain a gentle simmer. Cook the potatoes until they are very tender, about 20-25 minutes.
Drain the potatoes using a colander and return them to the pot, allowing any remaining moisture to evaporate over low heat for 1-2 minutes.
Add the butter, heavy cream, molasses, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and black pepper to the pot with the potatoes.
Using a hand mixer or potato masher, whip or mash the sweet potatoes until they are smooth and creamy. Adjust the seasoning to taste if necessary.
Transfer the whipped sweet potatoes to a serving bowl. Garnish with chopped pecans (optional) for a bit of crunch and a decorative touch.
Serve warm and enjoy your Molasses Whipped Sweet Potatoes!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1803 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 108.3 g | 139% | |
| Saturated Fat | 53.8 g | 269% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 244 mg | 81% | |
| Sodium | 2237 mg | 97% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 196.7 g | 72% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.3 g | 90% | |
| Total Sugars | 78.4 g | ||
| Protein | 14.4 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 388 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 8.7 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 1019 mg | 22% | |
*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.
