These sweet and savory dairy-free Mashed Cinnamon Sweet Potatoes are the ultimate side dish for your holiday table or any night of the week! Buttery ghee paired with cinnamon and a pinch of nutmeg make this irresistibly delicious. The toasted cinnamon pecans takes minutes to prepare making a lovely garnish and crunchy topping. You may also like these Maple Pecan Sweet Potatoes that I make every Thanksgiving.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Balanced Flavor: Ground cinnamon adds a cozy, warming spice that cuts through and complements the natural sweetness of the potatoes.

Easy Preparation: The dish requires simple pantry staples—sweet potatoes, ghee, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a little salt for the most delicious mashed cinnamon sweet potatoes.

Nutritious Choice: Sweet potatoes are a rich source of dietary fiber, vitamins, and minerals, while cinnamon can help support healthy blood sugar regulation.

Ingredients You Will Need

Sweet Potatoes: have a naturally sweet flavor and starchy texture. They are perfect for both sweet and savory dishes.

Ghee: adds a rich, nutty flavor. I like Fourth and Heart ghee.

Cinnamon: has a warm, sweet flavor and aroma. It is perfect in both sweet and savory dishes.

Nutmeg: adds a distinctive warm, sweet-spicy flavor.

Salt: always salt in moderation in accordance with your dietary preferences.

Pecans: are a species of hickory native to the Southern United States. Pecans have a distinctly sweet and buttery flavor.

Instructions

Boil the sweet potatoes: till tender, drain the liquid.

Add ghee: cinnamon, salt, and nutmeg. Mashing well till the potatoes are creamy.

Pecans: (optional) toast in a dry pan watching carefully so they do not burn. Remove from heat and stir in a teaspoon of ghee and a sprinkle of cinnamon. Garnish the mashed cinnamon sweet potatoes with the pecans.

Enjoy!

Recipe Tips and Tricks

Cut the sweet potatoes: in even sized chunks. This avoids having smaller pieces overcook and falling apart.

Use a potato masher or fork: to mash them with the ghee and spice.

Can make them ahead: which is especially helpful for holidays. Simply warm them up the day of, adding a little extra ghee if needed. I recommend not adding the pecans until just before serving.

Recipe Variations

Butter: can be used in place of the ghee if you are not concerned about keeping these mashed cinnamon sweet potatoes dairy-free.

Allspice: makes a good alternative to the nutmeg. Just a pinch.

Storage Tips

You can store these mashed cinnamon sweet potatoes in the fridge for 5 days when placed in an airtight glass container. They freeze well for up to 3 months.

FAQ’s About Mashed Cinnamon Sweet Potatoes

Should I peel the sweet potatoes before boiling?

You can peel them for a smooth, classic texture, or leave the skins on if you prefer extra fiber, nutrients, and a rustic look.

How long does it take to cook them?

If you cut them into 1- to 2-inch cubes and boil them in water, it takes about 15 to 20 minutes until they are fork-tender.

What are common liquid and fat add-ins?

Popular choices include unsalted or salted butter, ghee, milk, heavy cream, nut milk, brown sugar, maple syrup, or honey.

Penny Kovacs