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mashed sweet potato recipe Maple Pecan Crown
- Total Time: 37 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Diet: General
Description
This creamy mashed sweet potato recipe features sweet potatoes crowned with a crunchy, warm maple-pecan topping, creating a comforting side dish perfect for busy weeknights or special family dinners. It’s a healthy and easy-to-make option that fills your kitchen with an inviting aroma.
Ingredients
- 2.5 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 0.25 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 0.25 cup milk or cream (dairy or non-dairy)
- 0.5 tsp salt
- Pinch nutmeg (optional)
- 0.5 cup chopped pecans
- 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 1 tbsp butter, melted
- Pinch cinnamon
Instructions
- Prep And Boil Potatoes: Peel and cube sweet potatoes into uniform 1-inch pieces. Place them in a large pot, cover with cold water, bring to a rolling boil over high heat, and cook until fork-tender (about 15-20 minutes).
- Mash Sweet Potatoes: Drain cooked potatoes thoroughly. Return to the hot pot, add the softened butter, milk or cream, salt, and nutmeg (if using). Mash until the potatoes are smooth and creamy, with no large lumps remaining. If it looks dry, splash in 1-2 Tbsp more milk. Taste and adjust seasoning.
- Prepare Pecan Topping: In a small bowl, combine chopped pecans, pure maple syrup, melted butter, and cinnamon. Stir until the pecans are evenly coated and slightly sticky.
- Assemble And Serve: Spoon warm mashed sweet potatoes into a serving dish. Gently sprinkle the maple pecan mixture evenly over the top and serve immediately while warm.
Notes
For a faster method, use an Instant Pot for steaming sweet potatoes (5-7 minutes cook time). To make it healthier, reduce butter slightly, use unsweetened almond milk, and less maple syrup. If potatoes are too watery, return them to the hot pot over low heat for a minute or two, stirring to evaporate moisture. For a super crunchy topping, lightly toast pecans before mixing or broil the assembled dish for 1-2 minutes. Sweet potatoes are at their peak in fall and winter months; look for firm, unblemished tubers. Store-brand ingredients work perfectly for budget-friendly options.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mashing, Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx 220 g)
- Calories: 260 calories
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg