Side Dish: United States – Classic Mashed Sweet Potatoes
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Serving Size: 6
Approximate Time
Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
25 min
Ingredients
2 lb / 900 g sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1–2-inch cubes 4 tbsp (60 ml) unsalted butter 1 / 4–1 / 3 cup (60–80 ml) whole milk or cream 1 tbsp (15 ml) maple syrup or brown sugar (optional) Salt to taste Freshly ground black pepper to taste Pinch ground cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
1. Place sweet potato cubes in a pot, cover with cold water, add a pinch of salt, and bring to a boil. 2. Simmer until very tender, about 12–15 minutes; drain well. 3. Return potatoes to the pot or a bowl and mash with butter until smooth. 4. Stir in milk or cream a little at a time to reach desired consistency; add maple syrup if using. 5. Season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of cinnamon; taste and adjust. Serve warm.
Estimated Nutritional Information*
Per serving | Servings: 6
Calories: 213 kcal
Carbohydrates: 33 g
Protein: 2.8 g
Fat: 8.1 g
Saturated fat: 5 g
Cholesterol: 22 mg
Fiber: 4.5 g
Sugar: 8.9 g
Sodium: 89 mg
Potassium: 530 mg
Calcium: 64 mg
Iron: 0.92 mg
Vitamin A: 1134 µg RAE
Vitamin C: 3.6 mg
Vitamin D: 0.2 µg
Generated: 2026-11-05T21:32:18+00:00
*Values are estimates based on USDA data and mathematical calculations. Actual values may vary. Where data are unavailable, those contributions are excluded.