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Whipped Sweet Potatoes with Honey

This recipe for whipped sweet potatoes with honey offers a sophisticated twist on a classic vegetable side dish. By roasting the potatoes in their skins, you intensify their natural sweetness and achieve a rich, velvety texture that boiling simply cannot match. The addition of floral honey and creamy butter creates a luxurious, golden purée that pairs beautifully with savoury roasts or spicy main courses.

As a versatile vegetarian option, these potatoes are ideal for family gatherings or festive Sunday lunches. They provide a nutritious, fibre-rich alternative to traditional mashed potatoes and can be prepared up to two hours in advance to save time in the kitchen. For the best results, use large red-skinned sweet potatoes and serve alongside roasted poultry or autumnal root vegetables.

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Ingredients for Whipped Sweet Potatoes with Honey

  • 1.8kg large red-skinned sweet potatoes (yams)

  • 110g (1 stick) butter, room temperature

  • 2 tablespoons (or more) honey.

How to make Whipped Sweet Potatoes with Honey

Preheat oven to 177°C. Pierce sweet potatoes all over with fork. Place potatoes on rimmed baking sheet. Roast until potatoes are very soft, about 1 hour 45 minutes. Remove potatoes from oven and let stand until cool enough to handle. Peel potatoes and place flesh in mixing bowl; add butter. Using electric mixer, beat until mixture is fluffy and smooth. Mix in 2 tablespoons honey. Season to taste with salt and pepper and more honey by teaspoonfuls, if desired. Transfer sweet potatoes to serving bowl. DO AHEAD: Can be made 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature. Rewarm in microwave until heated through before serving.

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While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.

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  • 17 janvier 2026 | Publié à l'origine

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