Whipped Sweet Potatoes
Whipped Sweet Potatoes are a simple side dish that's full of flavor and perfect with any meal. These are great for the holidays or served year round.
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 6 medium sweet potatoes
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
- Wash the sweet potatoes well and pierce the skin several times with a fork. Place the sweet potatoes on a rimmed baking sheet lined with foil and bake at 400 for 45-60 minutes, until tender. Note: actual baking time depends on the side of the sweet potatoes and may vary.
- Very carefully peel the skin off the hot sweet potatoes and place the orange flesh of the potatoes into a large mixing bowl; discard the skin.
- Add the melted butter and salt; whip the sweet potatoes with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy in texture.
- Stir in the brown sugar.
Notes
Garnish with items of your choice: pats of butter, freshly ground black pepper, brown sugar, or ground cinnamon.