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Mashed Cinnamon Sweet Potatoes

Jen Tiffany
This healthy mashed cinnamon sweet potatoes recipe is light and simple. With just 3 ingredients, you'll be sure to win over the whole family. Good food doesn't have to be complicated.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 12

Equipment

  • Electric mixer or whisk

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups sweet potatoes - peeled and cut in slightly smaller than 1 inch cubes
  • ΒΌ cup vegan butter
  • 2 tsp cinnamon
  • 2 tbsp slivered almonds - optional for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Peel and cut sweet potatoes into slightly smaller than 1 inch pieces.
  • Add the potatoes to a pot and cover with plenty of water.
  • Bring pot to a rolling boil and cook for about 12 minutes, or until biggest pieces are fork tender.
  • Drain the water and add the potatoes to mixing bowl.
  • Mix on medium speed for a few seconds.
  • Stop the mixer and add cinnamon and vegan butter.
  • Continue mixing slowly at first and then on high for about 3 minutes. Potatoes will have a slightly lumpy appearance.
  • Serve in a bowl, topped with slivered almonds. Cover leftovers and refrigerate.