Description
Mashed Sweet Potatoes with Brown Butter are a cozy, luxurious side dish that combines the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with the nutty richness of browned butter.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium sweet potatoes (about 2 lbs / 900 g), peeled and cubed
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/3 cup whole milk (or preferred milk alternative)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Optional: pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for added warmth
Instructions
- Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into evenly sized chunks for even cooking.
- Place in a large pot, cover with cold water, and add salt. Bring to a boil, then simmer 15–20 minutes until fork-tender.
- Drain the potatoes well and let them rest for a minute to release extra moisture.
- In a small pan, melt butter over medium heat. Cook, swirling occasionally, until golden brown and nutty in aroma (4–6 minutes). Remove from heat immediately.
- Mash the sweet potatoes in a pot or bowl, gradually adding brown butter and milk until smooth and creamy.
- Add salt, pepper, and optional spices like cinnamon or nutmeg to taste.
- Transfer to a serving bowl, drizzle with more brown butter, and serve warm.
Notes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling and Mashing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg