Perfect Mashed Sweet Potatoes
A creamy and flavorful side dish perfect for any meal, made with simple ingredients and easy steps.
Ingredients
Main
- 2 pounds sweet potatoes (peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces)
- 1 tablespoon salted butter or coconut oil (for vegan option)
- 0.25 cup whole milk or unsweetened almond milk (start with 1/4 cup and add more if needed)
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground ginger
- pinch nutmeg
Instructions
- Put sweet potatoes in a large pot, cover with cold water, and boil until fork-tender, about 15 minutes.
- Drain and return potatoes to the pot off heat. Add butter, 1/4 cup milk, salt, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg.
- Mash until smooth, adding more milk if needed. Serve immediately.
Notes
For a vegan version, use coconut oil and almond milk.