Mashed Sweet Potatoes with Brown Sugar

It’s sweet potato season and we’re cranking on our oven (sorry air fryer) to warm up our kitchen and our bellies with Mashed Sweet Potatoes with Brown Sugar. 

After a hot summer, I’m excited to use the oven again along with other holiday-appropriate dishes including vegan pastelón, zucchini stuffing casserole, and mushroom lentil loaf. 

Why You’ll Love This 

• We’re working with just SIX pantry-friendly ingredients! Most of which include spices to flavor up this dish. 
• This recipe is dairy-free, gluten-free, egg-free, oil-free, vegan, and packed with potassium and fiber. 
• It’s the perfect holiday side dish that can be made in advance. Notes on how to do that are in the recipe card. 

What To Eat With Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Mashed sweet potatoes are a dinner side dish that can be served with others including mashed potatoes, mushroom gravy, vegan mac & cheese, and mashed carrots. 

Recipe FAQs

Is It Better To Boil Or Bake Sweet Potatoes

There are a plethora of recipes on the internet that include boiled or steamed sweet potatoes for mashed sweet potatoes. 

Boiled would be faster and easier, but baked/roasted sweet potatoes have their benefits.

• Roasting will enhance the flavor and natural sweetness of the sweet potatoes.
• It reduces the water content – so no soppy wet mashed sweet potatoes here!  
• You won’t have to stand over a stovetop, watching them boil. During the holidays – this can save you a lot of time and effort when you’re focused on more than just one dish. 

How To Make Mashed Sweet Potatoes Without Sugar

No need to use refined sugar if you’re not into it. Maple syrup may be used instead. Add as much or little as you prefer. Start with about 2 tablespoons of maple syrup, then add more to your liking. 

Or, simply leave out the added sweetness. 

How Far Ahead Can I Make Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Mashed sweet potatoes can be made a few days prior, just be sure to store them in an air-tight container in the refrigerator. When you’re ready to use them, just reheat them over medium-low, with a touch of water or non-dairy milk. 

More information on how to make this recipe in advance is in the recipe card. 

How To Store 

Once the mashed sweet potatoes have cooled down, cover/wrap tightly and store in an airtight container or for up to 3-4 days in the refrigerator. 

Recipe Tips 

1. Not a fan of using brown sugar? Switch it out for maple syrup instead. Start with about 2 tablespoons’ worth – add more if needed. 
2. This recipe can be made a few days ahead of time. To reheat, cook over medium-low heat and add stir in a touch of coconut milk, water, or other dairy-free milk. Heat until warm. 
3. For toasted pecans, dry roast them in a non-stick pan over medium heat, until fragrant. 

More Recipes with Brown Sugar

• Mashed Carrots with Cinnamon and Brown Sugar
• Cream of Rice with Cinnamon Brown Sugar
• Cinnamon Brown Sugar Snowball Cookies

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