Vanilla Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Transform your holiday table or weeknight dinner into something extraordinary with these luscious Vanilla Mashed Sweet Potatoes. This easy-to-make side dish elevates the natural sweetness of tender sweet potatoes with the warm, rich flavors of pure vanilla extract, brown sugar, and a hint of cinnamon. Creamy heavy cream and butter lend a luxurious texture, while the subtle seasoning of salt balances the sweetness perfectly. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe is a delightful twist on a classic comfort food that pairs beautifully with roasted meats, holiday favorites, or a cozy vegetarian spread. Serve warm for an indulgent, aromatic treat that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large sweet potatoes
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into 1-inch cubes for even cooking.
Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add the sweet potato cubes.
Cook the sweet potatoes for 15–20 minutes, or until they are fork-tender.
Drain the sweet potatoes and return them to the pot or a large mixing bowl.
Add the butter, heavy cream, vanilla extract, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt to the sweet potatoes.
Using a potato masher or an electric mixer, mash the sweet potatoes until smooth and creamy. Adjust the salt to taste, if needed.
Transfer the mashed sweet potatoes to a serving dish and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
361 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.6 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.5 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 53 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 233 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.4 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.5 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.7 g | ||
| Protein | 2.8 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 66 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 21 mg | 0% | |
*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.
