Spiced Whipped Sweet Potatoes with Brown Sugar

Name: Spiced Whipped Sweet Potatoes with Brown Sugar
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 8-ounce red-skinned sweet potatoes (yams); 1/2 cup (packed) golden brown sugar; 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter, room temperature; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 2 teaspoons grated orange peel; 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 3/4 teaspoon ground allspice; 3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg; Cinnamon sticks (optional); Orange peel strips (optional)

Servings: persons

1
Position rack in center of oven; preheat to 400F.
2
Pierce sweet potatoes in several places with fork; place on rimmed baking sheet.
3
Bake until tender when pierced with fork, about 55 minutes.
4
Cool slightly.
5
Cut potatoes in half.
6
Scoop out pulp into large bowl; discard peel.
7
Add brown sugar, butter, lemon juice, grated orange peel, ground cinnamon, allspice, and nutmeg to sweet potato pulp.
8
Using electric mixer, beat until mixture is smooth; season with salt and pepper.
9
(Can be made 1 day ahead.
10
Cover and refrigerate.
11
Rewarm over medium-low heat, stirring frequently, or cover with plastic wrap and rewarm in microwave oven on high until heated through.)
12
Mound sweet potatoes in serving bowl.
13
Garnish with cinnamon sticks and orange peel strips, if desired.

340

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 8-ounce red-skinned sweet potatoes (yams), 1/2 cup (packed) golden brown sugar, 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter, room temperature, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Spiced Whipped Sweet Potatoes with Brown Sugar falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!