Smashed Sweet Potatoes with Dried Cranberries
Indulge in the cozy flavors of autumn with this irresistible recipe for Smashed Sweet Potatoes with Dried Cranberries. Perfectly tender sweet potatoes are mashed to delicate, slightly chunky perfection and infused with the warm richness of maple syrup, cinnamon, and creamy butter. A scattering of tart dried cranberries adds a delightful pop of color and flavor, while optional toasted pecans bring a satisfying crunch to every bite. Ready in just 30 minutes, this simple yet elegant side dish is perfect for holiday gatherings or weeknight dinners alike. Serve it warm and watch as it becomes a crowd-pleasing seasonal favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds sweet potatoes
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.25 cups heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 cups dried cranberries
- 0.25 cups chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into roughly 2-inch chunks.
Place the sweet potato chunks in a large pot and add enough cold water to cover them by about 1 inch. Add a pinch of salt to the water.
Bring the pot to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to medium and simmer for about 15-20 minutes or until the sweet potatoes are fork-tender.
Drain the cooked sweet potatoes and return them to the pot.
Add the unsalted butter, heavy cream, maple syrup, ground cinnamon, and salt to the pot with the sweet potatoes.
Using a potato masher or the back of a fork, mash the sweet potatoes until they are smooth but still slightly chunky, incorporating the added ingredients as you mash.
Gently fold in the dried cranberries, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the mashed sweet potatoes.
Transfer the smashed sweet potatoes to a serving dish and sprinkle the optional chopped pecans over the top for added crunch and flavor.
Serve warm and enjoy this satisfying blend of sweet and savory flavors!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
453 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.8 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.8 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 38 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 380 mg | 17% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 67.3 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.8 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.0 g | ||
| Protein | 4.3 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 80 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 41 mg | 1% | |
*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.
