Maple Candied Pecan Sweet Potato Mash
Indulge in the warm, creamy embrace of Maple Candied Pecan Sweet Potato Mash. This delightful side dish combines the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with rich maple syrup and crunchy candied pecans, creating a perfect harmony of flavors and textures. Ideal for Thanksgiving, potlucks, or a cozy family dinner, this mash is sure to become a favorite at your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling/Mashing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup whole milk or heavy cream
- 1/2 cup candied pecans
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Peel and cube the sweet potatoes. Place them in a pot with cold water and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Boil for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender, then drain.
- Return sweet potatoes to the pot and mash until smooth.
- Stir in butter, maple syrup, milk (or cream), cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
- Gently fold in candied pecans and serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: For added flavor, toast pecans in a skillet with a drizzle of maple syrup before folding them in. To make it vegan-friendly, substitute butter with coconut oil and use almond milk instead of cream.