Melting Sweet Potatoes That Melt in Your Mouth
A cozy side dish featuring sweet potatoes with a creamy texture and natural sweetness that melt in your mouth.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds sweet potatoes Select firm, smooth potatoes without blemishes.
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter Provides richness to the dish.
- 1/4 cup heavy cream Enhances the creamy texture.
- 1/4 cup brown sugar For a touch of sweetness.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds depth of flavor.
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon For warmth and spice.
- to taste sea salt Adjust according to preference.
- to taste freshly cracked black pepper Adds a hint of spice.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into uniform cubes.
- Place the cubed sweet potatoes in a large pot and cover them with water. Add a pinch of salt.
- Bring the pot to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat and let them simmer for about 15 minutes or until fork-tender.
- Drain the sweet potatoes and transfer them to a large mixing bowl.
- Add the butter, heavy cream, brown sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, sea salt, and black pepper to the bowl.
- Mash the sweet potatoes until you reach a smooth consistency.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt or pepper as needed.
Baking
- Transfer the mashed sweet potatoes to a baking dish and smooth out the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes until the top is slightly caramelized.
- Remove from the oven and allow to rest for a few minutes before serving.
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Notes
For a crispy top, broil the sweet potatoes for the last few minutes of baking. Consider adding toppings like fresh herbs for extra flavor.