Mashed sweet potatoes are easy to make with just four simple ingredients in 40 minutes. Boil them until tender, add warm milk and mash until smooth and creamy, then stir in some butter and maple syrup for a deliciously sweet and simple side dish.
Prep Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Total Time: 40 mins
Ingredients
6 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed 3⁄4 cup warm 2% milk, or as needed
1⁄2 cup softened butter, cut into chunks
3⁄4 cup maple syrup, or to taste
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add sweet potatoes, reduce the heat to medium-low, and simmer until tender, 20 to 30 minutes. Drain and transfer to a bowl.
Step 2
Mash potatoes with a potato masher. Slowly mix in 1/2 cup warm milk at a time until desired consistency is reached. Stir in butter and maple syrup until well blended and butter is melted. Serve warm.
