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Vanilla Whipped Sweet Potatoes

Creamy Vanilla Whipped Sweet Potatoes for a Cozy Thanksgiving

Vanilla Whipped Sweet Potatoes offer a delightful, creamy side dish that elevates your Thanksgiving table.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sweet Potatoes
  • 2 pounds Sweet Potatoes Base ingredient providing natural sweetness and creamy texture.
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream Adds richness and a velvety mouthfeel to the puree.
For Sweetening and Flavor
  • 1/4 cup Light Brown Sugar Sweetener that contributes caramel notes to balance the flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter Enhances creaminess and adds depth of flavor.
For Flavoring
  • 1 piece Vanilla Bean Provides aromatic flavor and visual appeal with its specks.
  • to taste Salt Balances sweetness and enhances overall flavor without overpowering.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Optional for sprinkling on top to add warmth and spice.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Food Processor
  • Small saucepan
  • rimmed baking sheet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400˚F (200˚C). Poke holes in each sweet potato and roast on a baking sheet for 35-45 minutes until tender.
  2. Allow roasted sweet potatoes to cool, then peel off the skin.
  3. Transfer peeled sweet potatoes into a food processor and purée until smooth, about 1-2 minutes.
  4. In a saucepan, combine heavy cream, light brown sugar, unsalted butter, and salt. Heat over medium until sugar dissolves, then add vanilla seeds and pod.
  5. Pour the cream mixture into the puréed sweet potatoes in the food processor and blend until combined and smooth.
  6. Serve the whipped sweet potatoes immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 12000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage. Reheat gently in the oven before serving.

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