Try these whipped sweet potatoes with brown butter for a healthier take on sweet potato casserole! Packed with mostly healthy ingredients and topped with decadently, nutty and flavorful brown butter, this dish is sure to please!
I’m serving up just a little decadence with this recipe. It’s a long way from the marshmallow, whole stick of butter, several cups of sugar sweet potato casserole standard that often appears on the table this time of year.
However, I amped up basic roasted sweet potatoes with some spices and brown butter which adds an unbelievable toasted, nutty flavor. Seriously. If you haven’t browned butter and added it to all the things… you’re missing out.
What is brown butter?
To make brown butter, heat your favorite butter in a skillet over medium heat until it’s golden brown and has a nutty aroma. You have to watch it to make sure it doesn’t burn.
When it’s done, you can use brown butter in a variety of ways. Use it to top sweet potatoes, drizzle over green beans, or add it to desserts for a unique depth of flavor!
Is it better to roast or boil sweet potatoes?
Whether I’m making sweet potatoes to eat for breakfast or making a pie, I like to roast my potatoes with the skins on. This helps the sugars caramelize to create a rich, sweet flavor and allows me to add little to no added sugar.
I whip the sweet potatoes while still warm and add in a little milk, cinnamon, maple syrup and a pinch of salt.
Once the potatoes are baked, the recipe comes together in no time flat. And Oh My Goodness is it a dreamy finish…
Now. You know your family. If they like things sweeter… add more maple syrup. If they like extra cinnamon, sprinkle on a little more!
Can I make this recipe vegan?
If you’re vegan. You can skip the brown butter and still love this recipe.
Use a plant-based milk and maybe add some toasted pecans or a drizzle of maple syrup to the top of the whipped sweet potatoes.
If you want more sweet potato recipes, be sure to check out these other ways to cook sweet potatoes.
Brown Butter Whipped Sweet Potatoes
Ingredients
- 4 medium medium sweet potatoes
- 2 tablespoon high quality butter
- ½ cup plant, nut or regular milk
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- a pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Scrub the sweet potatoes, poke a few times with a fork and roast on a foil lined baking sheet for 40 minutes or until soft and the sugars start to caramelize.
- Once the potatoes are almost done, melt the butter in a small pan over medium heat, swirling occasionally until it turns brown and smells nutty. Keep an eye on it so it doesn't burn. Keep warm.
- When the sweet potatoes are cooked and cool enough to handle, remove the skins and add to a large mixing bowl. Add the milk, spices and salt.
- Using an electric or handheld whisk, whip the sweet potatoes until light and fluffy. Place the warm sweet potatoes in a serving bowl and top with the brown butter just before serving. Serve warm.
Lisa M Kalinski
Can these be made ahead?
Marisa
Yes. But you will need to stir in a little extra milk when you heat them up.
Kelli D Garrett
I am sorry to sound stupid but what is brown butter. Thank you
Marisa
It’s a great question! To make brown butter you simply cook the butter on medium heat until it’s golden brown. It will smell nutty and so delicious!!
Molly
Oh my! I want this for Thanksgiving!
Marisa
It’s so easy to make! Do it!
Tayler Ross
This would be the perfect sweet potato dish for Thanksgiving!
Marisa
Agreed! They are perfect even if you’re just using leftover roasted sweet potatoes!
Jenna
I’m so tired of the same ol’ sweet potatoes casserole! Excited to make this for Thanksgiving!!
Marisa
Hope you love them as much as I do!
Andrea Metlika
Love sweet potatoes but without all the stuff on top. This is perfect.
Marisa
Exactly!
Sues
Yesss these are my kind of sweet potatoes! I’ve never been a fan of marshmallows in them, but brown butter and maple syrup is a dream come true. They look absolutely perfect!
Marisa
I’m right there with ya! Never been a fan of the marshmallow top!
Jessica Formicola
These are my kind of sweet potatoes! So good!
Marisa
Thanks! Simply delicious!