This creamy mashed sweet potatoes with brown butter recipe is a delightful side dish perfect for Thanksgiving. The natural sweetness of the potatoes is enhanced by the nutty flavor of brown butter, making it a favorite at holiday gatherings.
The preparation is simple and requires just a few ingredients. These mashed sweet potatoes can be made ahead of time and reheated, making them a convenient addition to your Thanksgiving menu.
Delicious Mashed Sweet Potatoes with Brown Butter
This recipe features smooth and creamy sweet potatoes whipped with brown butter for a rich and flavorful side dish. It takes about 30 minutes to prepare and serves 6 people.
Ingredients
- 3 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup milk or cream
- 1 teaspoon salt, adjust to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
- Chopped fresh herbs for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Sweet Potatoes: In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the cubed sweet potatoes and cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and return to the pot.
- Brown the Butter: In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Continue cooking, stirring frequently, until the butter turns golden brown and has a nutty aroma, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Mash the Sweet Potatoes: Using a potato masher or a fork, mash the sweet potatoes until smooth. Stir in the brown butter, milk or cream, salt, pepper, and cinnamon if using, until well combined and creamy.
- Serve: Transfer the mashed sweet potatoes to a serving dish, garnish with chopped herbs if desired, and serve warm.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 6 servings
- Calories: 180kcal
- Fat: 8g
- Protein: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
