Description
Maple Brown Butter Mashed Sweet Potatoes are a luscious, comforting side dish that combines the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with the rich, nutty flavor of brown butter. Perfect for holiday gatherings or weeknight dinners, this creamy delight is sure to impress your family and friends. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of flavors that will warm your heart and brighten your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2–3 large sweet potatoes (about 2 lbs), peeled and chopped
- 1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/4 cup heavy cream (or milk for a lighter version)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil sweet potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat until golden brown, stirring continuously.
- Drain sweet potatoes and return them to the pot. Add brown butter and mash until smooth.
- Stir in maple syrup and heavy cream; season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm, garnished with additional maple syrup if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg