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Instant Pot mashed sweet potatoes in white bowl for thanksgiving
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Instant Pot Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Easy Instant Pot Mashed Sweet Potatoes with maple syrup and brown sugar is a simple pressure cooker side dish that's perfect for Thanksgiving or any dinner!
Course side
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
pressure time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 150kcal
Author Dee

Ingredients

  • 4 sweet potatoes, washed and cut in half
  • 1 cup water
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon butter

Instructions

  • Wash and scrub the sweet potatoes well, and cut each in half
  • Pour 1 cup water into the Instant Pot, and place trivet inside
  • Place sweet potatoes on trivet, and cover with lid. Turn vent to Sealing position, and hit PRESSURE COOK for 25 minutes
  • Pot will take a few minutes to pressurize, then cook for 25 minutes. Allow a 10 minute(or longer) release, then turn vent to quick release remaining pressure 
  • When pin drops, open lid, and carefully remove sweet potatoes. Remove from skins, and place pulp into a large bowl. 
  • Mash with fork or potato masher, and add brown sugar, maple syrup and butter. Transfer to serving bowl, drizzle additional maple syrup over the top, and serve

Notes

Recipe can be made in either 6 quart or 8-quart Instant Pot electric pressure cooker. If using 8 quart, increase water to 2 cups before pressure cooking.

Nutrition

Calories: 150kcal