Brown Sugar & Pecan Sweet Potato Mash
Experience the delightful harmony of sweet and nutty flavors with this Brown Sugar & Pecan Sweet Potato Mash. Creamy sweet potatoes are blended with brown sugar and toasted pecans, creating a side dish that not only tastes incredible but also brings warmth to any gathering. Perfect for holidays or family dinners, this recipe is easy to prepare and will have everyone reaching for seconds!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (approximately 1 lb), peeled and cubed
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup toasted pecans, chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Peel and cube the sweet potatoes, then place them in a pot of boiling salted water.
- Boil for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender; drain thoroughly.
- Return sweet potatoes to the pot over low heat to evaporate excess moisture.
- Mash until smooth, then mix in brown sugar, butter, cinnamon, salt, and pepper.
- Gently fold in toasted pecans and serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider substituting maple syrup for brown sugar or incorporating spices like nutmeg. To make it vegan-friendly, use coconut milk instead of butter.