Honey Butter Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Honey Butter Mashed Sweet Potatoes are a comforting side dish that combines the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with rich honey and creamy butter. This delightful recipe is perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners, elevating any meal with its vibrant color and irresistible flavor. Easy to prepare, these mashed sweet potatoes will make your kitchen smell heavenly and leave everyone asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: About 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- 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
- Prepare the Sweet Potatoes: Peel and chop sweet potatoes into uniform chunks. Place in a large pot with cold water.
- Cook until Tender: Boil over medium-high heat for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender. Drain well.
- Mash: Return drained sweet potatoes to the pot and mash until smooth.
- Add Honey and Butter: Stir in unsalted butter and honey while still warm until melted and creamy.
- Incorporate Milk/Cream and Seasoning: Gradually mix in milk or cream until desired consistency is reached. Add salt and cinnamon to taste.
- Taste Test: Adjust sweetness or seasoning as needed before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in nutmeg or using brown butter instead of regular butter. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently with a splash of milk.