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Mashed Sweet Potatoes with Orange & Thyme
Creamy, buttery, and perfectly balanced with bright orange zest and savory thyme, this mashed sweet potato recipe is an easy, flavor-packed side for weeknight dinners or holiday feasts alike!
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Servings: 6
Calories: 312kcal
Equipment
- Hand Mixer or Potato Masher
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Ingredients
- 4 medium-sized sweet potatoes
- 6 tablespoons salted butter
- ⅓ cup honey
- ½ cup whole milk or heavy cream for richer potatoes
- 1½ teaspoons kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 1 medium navel orange juiced
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves roughly chopped
Instructions
Prepare the Sweet Potatoes
- Peel the sweet potatoes and rinse them under cool water.
- Cut them into evenly sized cubes for even cooking.
Boil the Sweet Potatoes
- Place the cubed sweet potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water by about 1 inch.
- Stir in 1 tablespoon of salt.
- Bring the water to a boil over high heat.
- Reduce the heat to a gentle boil and cook for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
Drain and Dry the Potatoes
- Drain the cooked potatoes well.
- Return them to the pot and set over medium-high heat.
- Let any excess water evaporate for about 1 to 2 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
Add the Flavorings
- Remove the pot from heat.
- Stir in the butter, honey, milk, salt, pepper, orange juice, orange zest, and thyme.
- Let the mixture warm for about 1 minute, allowing the butter to melt.
Mash the Potatoes
- Using an electric mixer or potato masher, mash the sweet potatoes until smooth and creamy.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve
- Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with additional fresh thyme.
- Serve warm.
Notes
Ingredient Swaps:
- Honey substitute: Maple syrup or brown sugar for a different sweetness profile.
- Milk alternative: Use heavy cream for extra richness or unsweetened almond milk for a dairy-free option.
- Butter substitute: Unsalted butter with an added pinch of salt, or use coconut oil for a non-dairy version.
- Orange juice & zest alternative: Lemon juice and zest can work in a pinch, though it will have a tangier flavor.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 312kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 33mg | Sodium: 763mg | Potassium: 596mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 25g | Vitamin A: 21836IU | Vitamin C: 19mg | Calcium: 88mg | Iron: 1mg
*Nutrition information is automatically calculated based on ingredient data and should be considered an estimate. When multiple ingredient options are provided, the first listed is used for calculation. Optional ingredients and garnishes are not included in the nutrition analysis.