Maple Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Ingredients

• 3 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
• 1/3 cup butter, softened
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp ground ginger
• 1/4 cup brown sugar (optional)
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans
• Salt to taste
• Fresh thyme sprigs for garnish
• Extra butter for serving
• Cinnamon stick for garnish

Instructions

1. Place sweet potatoes in large pot with salted water.

2. Bring to boil, reduce heat and simmer 15-20 minutes until tender.

3. Drain potatoes thoroughly, return to pot.

4. Add butter and let melt while potatoes are hot.

5. Mash potatoes until mostly smooth.

6. Stir in maple syrup, cream, and vanilla.

7. Add spices and salt, mixing well.

8. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.

9. If using, fold in brown sugar.

10. Transfer to serving bowl.

11. Top with chopped pecans.

12. Garnish with thyme and cinnamon stick.

Scoop into these Maple Mashed Sweet Potatoes and watch as your spoon glides through clouds of creamy, orange perfection! Each bite delivers a harmonious blend of natural sweetness and warm spices, all elevated by the rich depth of pure maple syrup. Whether you’re serving up Thanksgiving dinner or craving the ultimate comfort food side dish, these sweet potatoes promise to steal the show. So grab those potatoes, warm up that maple syrup, and get ready to create a dish that’ll have everyone scraping their plates clean!