Enjoy a delicious Sweet Spicy Smashed Sweet Potatoes recipe thats easy to make and full of flavor Perfect for any meal or side dish
Ingredients
Scale
3 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (or to taste)
1 tbsp maple syrup
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional toppings: chopped cilantro, crumbled feta cheese, or a drizzle of yogurt
Instructions
Cook the Sweet Potatoes: Place cubed sweet potatoes into a pot of boiling salted water. Cook until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
Drain and Mash: Drain the sweet potatoes and transfer them back to the pot. Add olive oil, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, maple syrup, salt, and pepper. Smash until combined but still chunky.
Adjust Seasonings: Taste and adjust the seasonings as necessary, adding more cayenne or maple syrup if desired.
Serve and Garnish: Transfer the smashed sweet potatoes to a serving bowl and garnish with chopped cilantro, crumbled feta cheese, or yogurt.
