Pumpkin-Spiced Sweet Potato Mash with Maple Drizzle

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-02 · Updated 2026-05-02

A creamy mash of sweet potatoes infused with warm pumpkin spices and finished with a sweet maple syrup drizzle. This American Thanksgiving recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs sweet potatoes, unsalted butter, and pumpkin pie spice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 8, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Build a week of meals around this recipe" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 3 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
• 3 tbsp pure maple syrup
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: Place 3 lbs peeled and cubed sweet potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil over high heat and cook for 15-20 minutes until tender when pierced with a fork.
2. Step 2: Drain the sweet potatoes thoroughly and return them to the pot. Add 4 tbsp unsalted butter, 1/2 cup heavy cream, 1 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
3. Step 3: Use a potato masher or hand mixer to mash the sweet potatoes until smooth and creamy, stirring in the butter and cream until fully incorporated.
4. Step 4: Transfer the mash to a serving bowl and drizzle 3 tbsp pure maple syrup evenly on top to add a glossy, sweet finish.