Description

This Maple-Mascarpone Whipped Sweet Potatoes recipe combines the natural sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes with creamy mascarpone cheese and maple syrup for a smooth, fluffy side dish that’s perfect for holiday meals or cozy dinners. Enhanced with a hint of nutmeg and kosher salt, this comforting dish is easy to make and sure to impress.

Ingredients

Scale

Sweet Potatoes

4 pounds sweet potatoes (medium/large)

Whipped Mixture

4 tbsp unsalted butter (room temperature)
1/2 cup mascarpone cheese (or cream cheese)
1/3 cup maple syrup
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg (optional)
Kosher salt, to taste

Instructions

Roast: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Poke the sweet potatoes several times with a fork or paring knife, then place them on a parchment-lined baking tray. Roast until a knife inserted into the thickest part meets no resistance, about 1 hour. Remove from the oven and let cool until they can be handled safely.
Whip: Peel the sweet potatoes and discard the skins. Add the flesh to the base of a food processor along with the mascarpone cheese, unsalted butter, maple syrup, ground nutmeg (if using), and a generous pinch of kosher salt. Pulse the ingredients until smooth. Alternatively, use a handheld mixer or immersion blender to whip the potatoes until smooth and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt as desired. If the potatoes have cooled during whipping, transfer them to a pot and warm over medium-low heat, stirring frequently until heated through. Serve warm immediately.

Notes

Roasting the sweet potatoes brings out their natural sweetness and creates a creamy texture perfect for whipping.
If mascarpone cheese is unavailable, cream cheese is a good substitute but may alter the texture slightly.
Adjust maple syrup according to your preferred sweetness level.
This dish can be prepared ahead and reheated gently on the stovetop before serving.
For a dairy-free version, substitute mascarpone and butter with plant-based alternatives.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Category: Side Dish
Method: Roasting
Cuisine: American

Keywords: sweet potatoes, mashed sweet potatoes, maple syrup, mascarpone, whipped sweet potatoes, roasted sweet potatoes, holiday side dish, vegetarian