Quick Mashed Sweet Potatoes
These Instant Pot mashed sweet potatoes are the ideal side dish. They’re creamy, delicious, and so easy to make. They pair perfectly with chicken, beef, turkey, or pork. And they make a great holiday dish! Making sweet potato mash in a pressure cooker is a no-brainer. It’s one of the quickest methods for mashed potatoes, and they come out just perfect. Don’t have an Instant Pot? Try this sweet potato mash recipe instead, or these easy mashed potatoes!
How to Make Instant Pot Mashed Sweet Potatoes
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Mashed Sweet Potatoes Recipe Notes
Potatoes: Instead of sweet potatoes, try russet or Yukon gold for classic mashed potatoes. Water: Prevents the potatoes from burning on the bottom of the Instant Pot. Salt: Seasons the potatoes while they cook, so don’t skip it! Half and Half: Makes the potatoes creamy and smooth while mashing. For extra richness, use heavy cream! Butter: Adds richness and great flavor to the potatoes! Feel free to add as much or as little as you like. Sweet Mashed Sweet Potatoes: Mix in ¼ cup light brown sugar, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and ¼ cup toasted pecans. Savory Mashed Sweet Potatoes: Add ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon fresh minced thyme.
Serving Suggestions
These Instant pot mashed sweet potatoes make the perfect side dish for just about anything. I think they are especially good with turkey or chicken, but I’d serve them any time. Try making them alongside these delicious main dishes.
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Mashed sweet potatoes really go with everything, especially because you can easily make them more sweet or savory depending the meal.
How do I thin out mashed sweet potatoes?
If the potatoes are too thick, mix in small amounts of half and half until you get your desired consistency.
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Can I make these mashed sweet potatoes vegan?
Yes! Replace the half and half with an equal amount of dairy free milk (try oat milk or coconut milk for ultra creamy potatoes). Replace the butter with an equal amount of vegan butter (like Miyokos).
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Making these mashed sweet potatoes in an Instant pot is a great way to free up time and stovetop space while cooking for the holidays. These are so good for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or Easter! These Instant Pot mashed sweet potatoes are sure to be your new favorite side dish! So easy, so quick, and so deliciously creamy.
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