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How To Make Healthy Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Sweet potatoes (yams) steamed and mashed with cinnamon, almond milk and butter (or coconut oil for vegan)! Top with a sprinkling of brown sugar and chopped pecans for a tasty crunch.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Christmas, Gluten Free Sides, Healthy Side Dish, Holiday Side Dish, Mashed Sweet Potatoes, Mashed Yams, Thanksgiving Recipe, Vegan Side
Servings: 8
Calories: 170kcal
Author: Stacey Adams

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs sweet potatoes / yams *About 5 medium *see note below
  • ¾ cup almond milk *or milk of choice.
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter *see note below
  • ¼ cup pure maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar *dark or light *optional topping
  • Chopped pecans *optional topping

Recipe notes: 

Sweet potatoes / yams: I like using the copper tone sweet potatoes with orange flesh!
Unsalted butter: sub vegan butter or coconut oil for vegan/dairy free.

Instructions

  • Peel and chop potatoes (yams) into medium sized pieces.
  • Steam until very tender. *If you don't have a steamer you can also boil the potatoes in water, I prefer the steaming method as it preserves more nutrients!
  • Transfer cooked potatoes to a mixing bowl and add milk, salt, cinnamon, butter and maple syrup.
  • Mix on high speed until smooth.
  • Transfer to a casserole dish or baking dish and add desired toppings. *(You can also place potatoes in a more traditional serving dish if preferred. I put them in a casserole dish so I can stick them in the oven while I finish up other items for dinner)!
  • Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 18th of recipe (about 5 & ½ ounces) | Calories: 170kcal