Description
Smooth, creamy sweet potato purée is a versatile base or side dish made with just a few ingredients. Naturally sweet and packed with nutrients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/4 cup milk or dairy-free alternative
- 1 tablespoon butter or coconut oil
- Salt to taste
- Optional: cinnamon, nutmeg, or maple syrup for added flavor
Instructions
- 1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add sweet potato cubes and cook until very tender, about 15–20 minutes.
- 2. Drain and transfer to a food processor or blender.
- 3. Add milk, butter, and salt. Blend until completely smooth, scraping down sides as needed.
- 4. Adjust consistency with more milk if desired. Add spices or maple syrup to taste if using.
- 5. Serve warm as a side dish or use as a base for soups, baking, or baby food.
Notes
For a richer purée, use cream or whole milk.
Can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
Perfect for pies, pancakes, casseroles, or as baby food.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: sweet potato puree, mashed sweet potato, baby food, fall side dish