I have two more Thanksgiving side recipes I want to share before Thursday and this is one of them. Nothing like the last minute right? This side is perfect for Thanksgiving but also great for any other day so if you are reading this after the holiday you can still give it a try. Growing up this traditional sweet potato and marshmallow dish was not part of my family’s holiday meal. However, my husband’s family not only has these at Thanksgiving but on Christmas too. I thought it was about time I came up with a healthier slightly more decadent version. Introducing Whipped Sweet Potatoes with Paleo Marshmallows! These are seriously amazing and can either be prepared with our without the marshmallows. When I make homemade marshmallows I use this recipe by The Urban Posers. This recipe has always been a winner. If you are not into the idea of making your own marshmallows or are vegan Whole Foods does have a few brands that would work. Not exactly perfectly paleo but ok for special occasions.
If you are not a fan of sweet and like savory more you can easily omit the maple syrup and add any fresh herb of your choice. I love rosemary, sage or thyme. Enjoy!
If you are looking for a more chunky hearty mashed sweet potato recipe try Mashed Maple Sweet Potatoes.
- 2 extra large sweet potatoes
- ½ cup full fat coconut milk or grass fed heavy whipping cream
- 1 tsp sea salt
- ¼ cup grade B maple syrup
- Optional: if you prefer to make this savory instead of sweet omit the maple syrup and add fresh herbs of choice.
- Make marshmallows the night before and once set cut into desired size pieces.
- Peel and cut sweet potatoes in even size pieces.
- Boil in water for 20-30 min or until soft.
- Remove potato pieces from water and add to a blender or food process.
- Add maple syrup, coconut milk or grass fed cream, maple syrup and sea salt and mix until smooth.
- Pour mixture into the an oven safe dish and bake at until marshmallows are just starting to brown.