Vanilla Bean Whipped Sweet Potatoes
Indulge in the luxuriously creamy and aromatic flavors of Vanilla Bean Whipped Sweet Potatoes, a sophisticated twist on a classic side dish. Perfect for holiday feasts or cozy dinners, this recipe highlights the natural sweetness of tender sweet potatoes, elevated with the richness of heavy cream, the earthiness of brown sugar, and the delicate floral notes of fresh vanilla bean. The magic lies in whipping the potatoes to a smooth, velvety texture while the scraped vanilla seeds infuse every bite with warmth and elegance. Easy to prepare in under 45 minutes, this dish is ideal for impressing guests or treating yourself to a refined comfort food experience. Serve these whipped sweet potatoes warm, topped with butter or a dash of cinnamon, for an unforgettable addition to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds sweet potatoes
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 1 whole vanilla bean
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons sea salt
Instructions
Peel and dice the sweet potatoes into 1-inch cubes for even cooking.
Place the diced sweet potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. 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 15-20 minutes or until the sweet potatoes are fork-tender.
While the potatoes are cooking, split the vanilla bean lengthwise and scrape out the seeds using the back of a knife. Set aside both the seeds and the pod.
Drain the cooked sweet potatoes and return them to the pot. Allow them to sit for a minute to evaporate any excess moisture.
Add the unsalted butter, heavy cream, brown sugar, vanilla bean seeds, and sea salt to the sweet potatoes. If desired, also add the empty vanilla pod for additional flavor.
Using a hand mixer or potato masher, whip or mash the sweet potatoes until smooth and creamy. Remove the vanilla pod if used.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or brown sugar, if needed.
Serve warm, garnished with a small pat of butter or a sprinkle of cinnamon, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1669 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 88.0 g | 113% | |
| Saturated Fat | 52.0 g | 260% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 244 mg | 81% | |
| Sodium | 1716 mg | 75% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 202.5 g | 74% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.2 g | 97% | |
| Total Sugars | 59.0 g | ||
| Protein | 14.1 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 300 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 6.4 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 68 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.
