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Banana Sweet Potato Mash

A Sweet and Creamy Mash Perfect for Any Occasion

4servings
30 min
Easy
Weeknight-friendly timingMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Banana Sweet Potato Mash

About this recipe

This Banana Sweet Potato Mash combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas and creamy sweet potatoes, seasoned with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. It's a versatile dish that can serve as a comforting side or a guilt-free dessert.

Ingredients

  • 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 2 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • Salt to taste

Directions

  1. 1

    Peel and cube the sweet potatoes.

  2. 2

    Boil sweet potato cubes in a large pot until tender, about 15-20 minutes.

  3. 3

    Mash bananas in a separate bowl.

  4. 4

    Drain sweet potatoes and return to pot.

  5. 5

    Add mashed bananas, milk, butter, honey, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.

  6. 6

    Mash until smooth and well combined.

  7. 7

    Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

  8. 8

    Serve warm as a side dish or dessert.

Chef's tip

For a vegan version, substitute the butter and milk with plant-based alternatives like almond milk and coconut oil.

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