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    Mashed Sweet Potatoes!

    Published: Dated: June 6, 2013 Modified: Last Modified: September 9, 2020 Christine Galvani 8 Comments This post may contain affiliate links ·

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    Easy mashed sweet potatoes are creamy and delicious!  A great side dish to many entrees, mashed sweet potatoes are perfect for holidays or everyday occasions.

    These sweet potatoes are naturally gluten-free and grain-free and by using dairy-free milk are dairy-free as well.

    mashed sweet potatoes in a bowl.

     

    How to make mashed sweet potatoes:

    • There are two options for cooking the sweet potatoes:  dicing and boiling the sweet potatoes or baking the sweet potatoes.  See both methods below.

    Boiled Sweet Potato Method:

    In a large pot or dutch oven, place potatoes and cover with water, covering one inch over the potatoes.

    Cut Sweet Potatoes covered in water in stock pot on stove - 24 Carrot Kitchen

    On high, allow water to boil, uncovered, for about 10 minutes.  Potatoes should be tender and you can test with a knife.  Drain the potatoes.

     

    Cut Sweet Potatoes covered in boiling water in stock pot on stove. - 24 Carrot Kitchen

     

    Baked Sweet Potatoes Method:

    1. Place the sweet potatoes on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
    2. Bake at 350 degrees F. for about 40 minutes or until knife tender.

    five sweet potatoes on a baking sheet.

    3.  Let the sweet potatoes cool and then place all the ingredients in a food processor and blend for a few minutes until smooth.  

    So once you have your cooked, cooled sweet potato meat, you are ready to create smooth and creamy mashed sweet potatoes.

    • You can use a food processor, blender, immersion blender or mash by hand with a potato masher.  I’m opting for the food processor here because it’s fast.

    mashed sweet potatoes ingredient in the food processor.

    Blend it in the food processor until you get the desired consistency.  

    mashed sweet potatoes in food processor.

     

    Recipe Tips:

    • Use either baked, boiled, or steamed sweet potatoes.
    • Substitute dairy-free milk for regular milk to keep it dairy-free.
    • Use a food processor, blender, immersion blender, or hand mash the sweet potatoes.

    Why are my mashed sweet potatoes watery?

    • It could be a sign the potatoes were overcooked.  To dry them out, place the sweet potatoes in a saucepan and cook for a few minutes.  Or you could put them in a casserole dish and bake them and this may dry them out.

    Do sweet potatoes take longer to cook than regular potatoes?

    • They take about the same time to cook.

    How long do you boil sweet potatoes?

    • Boil sweet potatoes for 15 to 20 minutes, until they are tender when pierced with a fork. The smaller the pieces the faster they will cook.

    How to store leftovers?

    • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to about 5 days.
    • Freeze leftovers for later by scooping into an ice cube tray or silicone molds, freeze, and then place cubes in a resealable plastic bag. 
      • Or you could place the sweet potatoes directly into the plastic bag, press down to release excess air, and freeze. 
      • I prefer the ice cube method because then I can grab the cubes then I need them, place them in a bowl to defrost and they are faster.

    Sweet Potato Recipes:

    • Sweet Potato Pumpkin Spice Truffles
    • Sweet Potato Brownies
    • Oven Roasted Sweet Potatoes
    • Sweet Potato Hash
    • Slow Cooker Mashed Sweet Potatoes
    • Sweet Potato Casserole
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    mashed sweet potatoes in a bowl.
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    Mashed Sweet Potatoes!
    Prep Time
    10 mins
    Cook Time
    10 mins
    Total Time
    20 mins
     

    Easy mashed sweet potatoes are creamy and delicious!  A great side dish to many entrees, mashed sweet potatoes are perfect for holidays or everyday occasions.

    These sweet potatoes are naturally gluten-free and grain-free and by using dairy-free milk are dairy-free as well.

    Course: Dinner, holiday dish, Side Dish
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 8
    Calories: 188 kcal
    Author: Christine Galvani
    Ingredients
    • 5 sweet potatoes (about 3 pounds)
    • 1/2 cup milk (I use coconut milk, refrigerated version in a carton).
    • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
    • 1/4 cup maple syrup (optional)
    Instructions
    1. Cook the sweet potatoes using one of the methods in the post. Bake or boil.

    2. Once the sweet potatoes are cooked, let them cool. Scoop sweet potato meat out of the baked version. Discard the skins.

    3. Place the sweet potatoes and additional ingredients an electric food processor or blender. You could also use an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment. 

    4. Blend the mixture for a few minutes until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Check for seasonings and add them as needed.

    5. This dish is the perfect side dish for the holidays or any meal.

    6. Store in an airtight container for up to a week.

    Nutrition Facts
    Mashed Sweet Potatoes!
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 188 Calories from Fat 18
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 2g3%
    Saturated Fat 1g5%
    Cholesterol 8mg3%
    Sodium 254mg11%
    Potassium 605mg17%
    Carbohydrates 38g13%
    Fiber 4g16%
    Sugar 15g17%
    Protein 4g8%
    Vitamin A 20114IU402%
    Vitamin C 4mg5%
    Calcium 126mg13%
    Iron 1mg6%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

     

     

     

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    1. MS

      March 4, 2017 at 11:22 pm

      5 stars
      Super sweet potato recipe

      Reply
      • Christine

        March 6, 2017 at 9:34 am

        Thanks so much!

        Reply
    2. MSP

      March 3, 2017 at 7:22 pm

      5 stars
      Great alternative to standard mashed potatoes

      Reply
      • Christine

        March 4, 2017 at 1:45 pm

        Yes, so true!

        Reply
    3. Hannah @ CleanEatingVeggieGirl

      June 7, 2013 at 10:57 am

      I LOVE sweet potatoes, especially baked and roasted. I do not know why I never think to mash them! This recipe sounds awesome, especially since it is vegan! 🙂

      Reply
      • admin

        June 8, 2013 at 2:50 pm

        Hi Hannah,

        I am so glad I discovered cashew cream. It’s great!

        Reply
    4. Kelly @ Hidden Fruits and Veggie

      June 6, 2013 at 12:16 pm

      I wouldd never have thought of adding cashew cream to potatoes, but it sounds amazing! Adding some nice healthy fats instead of heavy cream or butter, love it.

      Reply
      • admin

        June 6, 2013 at 1:15 pm

        Hi Kelly,

        I hope you love it if you try it!

        Reply

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