Best 14 Baked Mashed Sweet Potatoes Recipes

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When it comes to side dishes, baked mashed sweet potatoes stand out as a delectable and nutritious choice. Their naturally sweet flavor, vibrant orange color, and creamy texture make them a popular addition to various cuisines. Whether you're seeking a comforting dish for a family gathering, a healthy alternative for a special occasion, or simply a delightful side to complement your main course, the versatility of baked mashed sweet potatoes knows no bounds. Discover the secrets to creating the perfect baked mashed sweet potatoes with this comprehensive guide. Learn how to select the finest sweet potatoes, explore different cooking methods, uncover delectable ingredient combinations, and master the art of achieving a smooth and flavorful puree. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey that will transform this humble ingredient into a dish that will tantalize your taste buds and leave your loved ones craving for more.

Here are our top 14 tried and tested recipes!

MASHED SWEET POTATOES



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Simple mashed sweet potatoes flavored with maple syrup and butter.

Provided by RAINSPIRIT

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Sweet Potatoes

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

6 sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
¾ cup milk
½ cup butter
¾ cup maple syrup

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add potatoes and cook until tender, 20 to 30 minutes.
  • With an electric mixer on low, blend potatoes, slowly adding milk, about 1/2 a cup at a time. Use more or less to achieve desired texture. Add butter and maple syrup to taste. Blend until smooth. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 352.5 calories, Carbohydrate 50.9 g, Cholesterol 43.1 mg, Fat 16.2 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 10.2 g, Sodium 160.1 mg, Sugar 32.3 g

MASHED SWEET POTATO BAKE



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Our family will not even consider eating if this is not on the menu!

Provided by Carol

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Sweet Potatoes

Time 1h5m

Yield 7

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 ½ cups mashed sweet potatoes
¼ cup milk
¼ cup orange juice
2 eggs, beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup white sugar
½ teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons butter, softened
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ cup butter, softened
¾ cup packed light brown sugar
½ cup all-purpose flour
¾ cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease one 2 quart casserole dish.
  • In a large bowl, blend together the sweet potatoes, milk, orange juice, eggs, vanilla, sugar, salt, butter, nutmeg and cinnamon. Pour into prepared casserole dish.
  • Mix together the 1/4 cup butter, brown sugar, flour and pecans; sprinkle over sweet potato mixture.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 449.1 calories, Carbohydrate 61 g, Cholesterol 84.4 mg, Fat 21.7 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 5.4 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 315 mg, Sugar 41.8 g

DOUBLE-BAKED MASHED POTATOES



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Dress up an all-time favorite comfort food with savory fixings. This is an easy twice baked mashed potatoes recipe that delivers big flavor. Better still, you can effortlessly double or triple it for a crowd. -Anna Mayer, Fort Branch, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2-1/2 pounds medium potatoes, peeled
1 cup sour cream
1/4 cup whole milk
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1/2 cup chopped onion
5 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium; cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Drain., In a large bowl, mash potatoes. Add the sour cream, milk, butter and 1 cup cheese. Stir in the onion, bacon, salt and pepper. Spoon into a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until heated though.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 363 calories, Fat 21g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 74mg cholesterol, Sodium 537mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

BAKED MASHED POTATOES



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This recipe came from my cousin. Our family loves homemade mashed potatoes any way you fix them, and this is one of the many ways we enjoy them. Prep time does not include cook time for the potatoes.

Provided by Jellyqueen

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 40m

Yield 1 13X9 casserole

Number Of Ingredients 7

5 lbs potatoes, cooked
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 pint sour cream
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 medium onion, chopped
salt and pepper
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Cream cooked potatoes, cream cheese sour cream and butter.
  • Add onions, salt and pepper.
  • Put in 13x9 inch baking dish which has been oiled.
  • Top with parmesan cheese.
  • Bake for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 4486, Fat 277.1, SaturatedFat 164.3, Cholesterol 777.1, Sodium 2812.8, Carbohydrate 431.4, Fiber 51.8, Sugar 46.3, Protein 90.2

BAKED MASHED POTATOES



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Mashed potatoes that are lighter and fluffier. Cream cheese gives them a richer flavor. Can be made ahead of time!

Provided by Nancy F.

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Mashed Potato Recipes

Time 1h35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

5 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
½ cup butter
¼ cup milk
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 onion, grated
1 egg
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add potatoes, and cook until tender but firm, about 15 minutes; drain.
  • In a large bowl, mash potatoes with the butter and milk. With a hand mixer, beat in cream cheese and onion. In a small bowl, beat the egg with a little bit of the mashed potatoes. Stir into potatoes, and season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a 2 quart casserole dish.
  • Bake 1 hour in the preheated oven, or until puffy and lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 294.6 calories, Carbohydrate 35.6 g, Cholesterol 56.8 mg, Fat 14.9 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 6.2 g, SaturatedFat 9.2 g, Sodium 142.3 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

BAKED MASHED POTATOES



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This is one comforting side dish that you can prepare ahead. My brother was always quick to dive into these creamy and fluffy potatoes when Mom served them with dinner. My sisters and I kept our eyes on him to be sure we'd get our fair share. -Darlis Wilfer, Phelps, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 55m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 large potatoes (about 2 pounds), peeled and quartered
1/4 cup whole milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons butter, melted divided
1 large egg, beaten
1 cup sour cream
1 cup cream-style cottage cheese
5 green onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup crushed butter-flavored crackers

Steps:

  • Cook potatoes until tender; drain. Place in a large bowl. Add milk, salt and 1 tablespoon butter; beat until light and fluffy. Fold in egg, sour cream, cottage cheese and onions. Place in a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Combine the cracker crumbs and remaining butter; sprinkle over potato mixture. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20-30 minutes or until crumbs are lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 303 calories, Fat 15g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 82mg cholesterol, Sodium 471mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

MASHED SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE



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Mom's recipe for a mashed sweet potato casserole.

Provided by Robyn M Johnson

Categories     Side Dish     Casseroles     Sweet Potato Casserole Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup white sugar
⅓ cup butter
4 eggs, beaten
2 cups mashed sweet potatoes
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup milk
½ cup orange juice

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Mix sugar and butter together in a bowl using an electric mixer. Add eggs and beat to combine. Mix in sweet potatoes. Beat in salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Pour in milk and orange juice; mix very carefully until combined. Pour into a casserole dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until firm, about 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189.6 calories, Carbohydrate 28.9 g, Cholesterol 69.7 mg, Fat 7.1 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 291 mg, Sugar 20.9 g

MASHED SWEET POTATOES



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pounds sweet potatoes or yams, scrubbed
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons dark amber maple syrup, grade A or B
1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/2 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more as needed
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Pierce the sweet potatoes 2 or 3 times with a fork. Bake in a roasting pan for 45 to 60 minutes, until tender. Cut the potatoes in half, lengthwise. Hold the sweet potatoes with a potholder or towel and scoop out the potato flesh into a food mill or ricer.
  • In a medium saucepan, heat the butter, syrup, zest, and vinegar over medium heat. Remove from the heat and mash the sweet potatoes in the pan. Stir to combine evenly. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.

HONEY-BUTTER BAKED CHICKEN WITH MASHED SWEET POTATOES



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 (3 to 3 1/2-pound) whole chicken, rinsed and patted dry
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper
6 tablespoons honey
1 lemon, zested
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon room temperature unsalted butter
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
Mashed Sweet Potatoes, recipe follows
Mashed Sweet Potatoes:
2 pounds sweet potatoes
1/2 cup heavy cream
3 tablespoons light brown sugar
3 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons cane or maple syrup
Pinch salt and pepper
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Arrange a rack inside a large roasting pan and set aside.
  • Season the chicken both inside and out with the kosher salt and black pepper.
  • In a small bowl, combine the honey, lemon zest and juice and butter. Place the chicken on a rack in a roasting pan breast side up and roast until lightly browned, about 15 minutes. Using a pastry brush, brush half of the honey mixture over the chicken, as well as sprinkling half the thyme over the chicken and return the chicken to the oven. Continue to cook another 30 minutes, or until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the thickest part of the thigh registers 180 degrees F. Remove the chicken from the oven and brush the remaining honey blend and sprinkle the remainder of the thyme over the chicken.
  • Remove the chicken from the oven and transfer to a platter or cutting board to rest for 10 minutes before carving.
  • To serve, spoon the sweet potatoes into the center of 4 large plates and arrange the chicken on top. Drizzle the chicken with any remaining pan juices and serve immediately with the sweet potatoes.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Place the potatoes on a foil lined baking sheet and bake until tender and begins to ooze sugary syrup, about 1 hour and 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and let sit until cool enough to handle.
  • Cut the potatoes in half lengthwise and scoop out the flesh with a spoon into a large bowl. Add the cream, sugar, butter, syrup, salt and pepper, and thyme, if using and mix, mashing until the potato mixture is smooth. Cover to keep warm until ready to serve.

BAKED SWEET & SAVORY MASHED POTATOES



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I got this from the internet--from someone who got it from Southern Living. I made it for Thanksgiving and my family just about licked the bowl clean! Really delicious!

Provided by mydesigirl

Categories     Potato

Time 55m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 1/2 lbs baking potatoes, peeled and cut into 1 inch pieces
1 tablespoon salt, divided
1 (16 ounce) can sweet potatoes in syrup, drained & mashed
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
3/4 cup sour cream
2/3 cup chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon pepper
crumbled bacon, to garnish

Steps:

  • Bring potatoes, 1 teaspoon salt, and water to cover to a boil. Cook 30 minutes, or until tender. Drain.
  • Return potatoes to pan. Add sweet potatoes and cream cheese. Mush until smooth with potato masher. Stir in bacon, next 3 ingredients, remaining 2 teaspoons of salt.
  • Spoon mixture into lightly greased 11x7-inch baking dish. Bake uncovered at 350°F for 20 minutes.
  • Garnish with the rest of the bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 614, Fat 30.1, SaturatedFat 15.6, Cholesterol 69.6, Sodium 1603.7, Carbohydrate 75.1, Fiber 7.1, Sugar 6.8, Protein 12.9

CANDIED MASHED SWEET POTATOES



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This recipe was a result of several recipes I combined to come up with what I was looking for. I wanted a sweet potatoes casserole (not potatoes chunks), so I combined a few recipes and add a few steps.

Provided by Jason Weiser

Categories     Mashed Potatoes

Time 1h45m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 lbs sweet potatoes
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
3/4 cup maple syrup
1 tablespoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
marshmallows (optional)

Steps:

  • Wrap sweet potatoes in foil and bake on 350 until done (approx. 1 hr).
  • Allow sweet potatoes to cool in foil, this will loosen the skin so you can peel them by hand.
  • Peel skin off potatoes.
  • In a sauce pan combine - Butter, brown sugar, maple syrup, salt, cinnamon & cayenne pepper. Melt all ingredients.
  • In a mixing bowl combine potatoes and cream.
  • With a mixer whip potatoes and cream (I used a stand mixer).
  • once the potatoes and cream have come together to the consistency of mashed potatoes, fold in the mixture from the sauce pan.
  • Pour mixture into a baking dish.
  • Top with marshmallows (optional).
  • Bake on 350 for 45 minute.

STEVE'S (NOT MASHED) SWEET POTATOES



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My husband's cousin prepared the sweet potatoes this way for a family reunion type Thanksgiving a couple of years ago. We love them for a change of pace from candied yams and sweet potato casseroles, and they are oh so much better for you.

Provided by ctrmom

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 sweet potatoes (choose the smaller ones with the reddish skins)
1 orange, sliced and seeded but unpeeled (optional)
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 dash ginger (optional)

Steps:

  • Peel and slice sweet potatoes into sticks about 1 inch thick (like fat french fries).
  • Place in a large pot and add water until barely covered.
  • Add orange, sugar, and seasonings to taste.
  • Cook until crisp-tender: bring to a boil, reduce heat, boil gently for 5 to 8 minutes. (Nothing mushy here. There should still be some resistence in the bite.).
  • Serve in syrup (cooking liquid). It's so pretty with the orange slices floating in it.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 84.1, Fat 0.1, Sodium 111.2, Carbohydrate 20, Fiber 2, Sugar 9.4, Protein 1

CANDIED SWEET MASHED POTATOES



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With Thanksgiving around the corner, thought you might like a new sweet potato recipe to try. A splash of sweet sherry in them gives them wonderful flavor! No need to wait for a holiday though, try them for dinner tonight!

Provided by Christmas Carol

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 lbs sweet potatoes or 2 lbs yams, do not peel
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine
3 tablespoons sweet sherry
1/2 teaspoon salt
additional salt, for boiling potatoes

Steps:

  • Heat enough salted water to cover sweet potatoes (1/2 teaspoons salt to 1 cup water).
  • Add potatoes and cover.
  • Heat to boiling; reduce heat.
  • Boil until tender, approximately 30 to 35 minutes; drain.
  • Slip off skins and mash potatoes.
  • Cover to keep warm.
  • Mix remaining ingredients in a 10 inch skillet.
  • Over medium heat, cook, stirring constantly, until smooth and bubbly.
  • Pour mixture over mashed sweet potatoes and stir gently until heated through.
  • Note; If you prefer, you can slice the potatoes instead of mashing them after you have removed the skins.
  • Add to skillet with sugar mixture and stir gently until potatoes are glazed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 384.5, Fat 8.8, SaturatedFat 5.5, Cholesterol 22.9, Sodium 488, Carbohydrate 72.7, Fiber 6.8, Sugar 36, Protein 3.7

TWICE BAKED MASHED POTATOES



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A baked version of the favorite twice baked taters everyone loves. I also add in chopped onion and a bit of diced garlic sometimes, too. Great with ribs, chicken, or beef dishes.

Provided by Kimber E

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Twice Baked Potato Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled
¼ cup butter, softened
½ cup sour cream
½ (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
3 cups shredded Cheddar-Monterey Jack cheese blend, divided
2 tablespoons butter, cut into small pieces
1 tablespoon bacon bits, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Place potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, 20 to 25 minutes. Drain and transfer to a large bowl.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Mash potatoes with 1/4 cup butter until butter is melted. Beat sour cream and cream cheese into potato mixture until smooth; mix in 2 cups Cheddar-Monterey Jack cheese. Spread potato mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish; sprinkle with remaining 1 cup Cheddar-Monterey Jack cheese, 2 tablespoons butter pieces, and bacon bits.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until bubbling, cheese is melted, and edges are crisp, 20 to 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 305.1 calories, Carbohydrate 15.2 g, Cholesterol 66.2 mg, Fat 23 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 10.3 g, SaturatedFat 15.6 g, Sodium 318.7 mg

Tips:

  • Choose the right potatoes: Look for sweet potatoes that are firm and have smooth skin. Avoid potatoes that are bruised or have blemishes.
  • Wash and peel the potatoes: Scrub the potatoes thoroughly under running water. Then, use a sharp knife to peel the skin off.
  • Cut the potatoes into even-sized pieces: This will help them cook evenly. Aim for pieces that are about 1-inch thick.
  • Boil the potatoes until tender: Place the potatoes in a pot of cold water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
  • Drain the potatoes and mash them: Drain the potatoes in a colander and then return them to the pot. Use a potato masher or an electric hand mixer to mash the potatoes until smooth.
  • Add your desired seasonings and mix well: This is where you can get creative and add your favorite flavors. Some popular options include butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and maple syrup.
  • Transfer the mashed potatoes to a baking dish: Spread the mashed potatoes evenly in a greased baking dish.
  • Top with marshmallows or streusel topping (optional): If you like, you can top the mashed potatoes with marshmallows or a streusel topping before baking.
  • Bake the mashed potatoes until golden brown: Bake the mashed potatoes in a preheated oven at 350°F for about 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.

Conclusion:

Baked mashed sweet potatoes are a delicious and versatile side dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are also a great way to use up leftover mashed potatoes. With a few simple tips, you can make sure your baked mashed sweet potatoes turn out perfect every time. So next time you're looking for a tasty and easy side dish, give baked mashed sweet potatoes a try. You won't be disappointed!

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