Oh So Creamy Sweet Potato or Yam
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with our "Oh So Creamy Sweet Potato or Yam" recipe—a velvety blend of roasted sweet potato perfection, warm spices, and just the right touch of sweetness. This dish starts with tender oven-baked sweet potatoes or yams, mashed to a silky consistency with rich heavy cream, unsalted butter, and a hint of brown sugar. Infused with the cozy flavors of cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla, this side dish is as aromatic as it is delicious. Optional chopped pecans add a delightful crunch, making it a versatile choice perfect for holiday feasts or weeknight dinners alike. Ready in under an hour and easy to customize, this creamy side pairs beautifully with roasted meats or can even stand alone as a hearty, soul-warming dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium-sized sweet potatoes or yams
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 cup chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Wash and scrub the sweet potatoes or yams thoroughly, then pierce each one a few times with a fork to allow steam to escape.
Place the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet lined with foil. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until they are tender and easily pierced with a fork.
Remove the sweet potatoes from the oven and let them cool slightly, about 10 minutes, until they are safe to handle.
Peel off the skins from the sweet potatoes and transfer the flesh to a large mixing bowl.
Add the unsalted butter, heavy cream, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt to the bowl.
Using a hand mixer or potato masher, blend the mixture until smooth and creamy. Adjust the seasoning with additional salt or spices, if desired.
Stir in the vanilla extract and mix well.
If desired, fold in chopped pecans for added crunch and flavor.
Transfer the creamy sweet potato mixture to a serving dish and garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon or additional pecans, if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1942 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 148.7 g | 191% | |
| Saturated Fat | 77.8 g | 389% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 364 mg | 121% | |
| Sodium | 1561 mg | 68% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 129.4 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.1 g | 72% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.7 g | ||
| Protein | 11.5 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 231 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 1926 mg | 41% | |
*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.
