Honey Butter Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Indulge in the delightful comfort of Honey Butter Mashed Sweet Potatoes, a side dish that marries creamy texture with natural sweetness. This recipe is incredibly easy to prepare, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. The vibrant color and inviting aroma of these mashed sweet potatoes will brighten any meal, ensuring that both kids and adults come back for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: About 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling/Mashing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup raw honey
- 1/2 cup whole milk or heavy cream
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Peel and chop sweet potatoes into uniform chunks. Place in a large pot of cold water.
- Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook for about 15-20 minutes until fork-tender. Drain well.
- Return sweet potatoes to the pot and mash until smooth.
- Stir in unsalted butter and raw honey while still warm until melted and creamy.
- Gradually mix in milk or cream to achieve desired consistency; add salt and cinnamon to taste.
- Adjust sweetness if needed before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg