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    Chipotle Mashed Sweet Potatoes

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    Updated: Nov 9, 2023 · by Willow Moon · This post may contain affiliate links · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. · I get commissions for purchases made through links in this post.
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    Add some spice to your holiday menu with these vegan Chipotle Mashed Sweet Potatoes!

    Chipotle Mashed Sweet Potatoes in a bowl with fork.

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    If you like spicy foods and are a sweet potato fan, these smoky Chipotle Mashed Sweet Potatoes are for you. These vegan mashed potatoes are a great way to switch up your normal mashed potatoes.

    They are really good on a Vegan Mexican Shepherd's Pie. They are also a great way to add some spicy fusion cuisine to your holiday menu.

    I tend to gravitate toward Mexican, Italian, Mediterranean, or Japanese cuisine even during the holidays.

    I've been known to eat Vegan Green Corn Tamales, Vegan Zucchini Lasagna with Tofu Ricotta and Walnut Sauce, falafel and hummus, or vegan sushi on Thanksgiving and Christmas.

    That's just how I roll.

    Chipotle Mashed Sweet Potatoes are a fun way to spice up the holidays. Use the leftovers in a vegan quesadilla or taquitos.

    If you've never had chipotle in adobo sauce, they are smoked jalapeños in a spiced tomato sauce. Chipotle peppers are hotter than jalapeños because they are from fully-ripened jalapeños.

    As chiles ripen, the capsaicin (which causes their heat) increases. Chipotle peppers have a smoky taste.

    You may also like my Vegan Sweet Potato and Toasted Pecan Soup, Vegan Sourdough Stuffing, and my Vegan Mashed Cauliflower with Caramelized Onions and Mushrooms.

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    ❤️ Why You'll Love It

    • It's creamy and spicy.
    • It adds variety to the holiday menu and it's an unexpected addition.
    • It is simple and easy to make.

    🧾 Ingredients

    • Sweet potatoes
    • Almond milk: I used unsweetened plain almond milk. You can use any dairy-free milk, just make sure it is plain and unsweetened.
    • Vegan butter: I used Earth Balance. Use your favorite vegan butter.
    • Chipotle in adobo sauce + some adobo sauce: If you have a gluten intolerance, make sure to read the labels. Many brands of chipotle in adobo contain wheat.
    • Salt and pepper: Enhances flavors and adds flavor.

    This is an overview of the ingredients. To see the full list of ingredients with measurements and instructions, see the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

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    🔪 Instructions

    Mashed sweet potatoes in a sauce pan with potato masher.

    Step 1: Place sweet potatoes in a steamer basket above water in a saucepan. Steam the sweet potatoes until tender.

    Step 2: Add all ingredients to a food processor and blend until smooth and creamy. For a chunkier consistency, use a potato masher.

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    👩🏻‍🍳 Recipe FAQs

    How do you know when a sweet potato is fully cooked?

    When you pierce it with a sharp knife, it will slice easily into the potato.

    What is the best milk substitute for vegan mashed potatoes?

    Any dairy-free milk as long as it is plain and unsweetened.

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    These vegan mashed potatoes have a kick from smoky spicy chipotle peppers.

    If you tried this Chipotle Mashed Sweet Potatoes Recipe or any other recipe on my website, please leave a ⭐️ star rating and let me know how you like it in the 💬 comments below. I love hearing from you!

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    Chipotle Mashed Sweet Potatoes
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    Chipotle Mashed Sweet Potatoes

    Add some spice to your holiday menu with these vegan Chipotle Mashed Sweet Potatoes!  
    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine Mexican inspired
    Diet Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Prep Time 15 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 20 minutes minutes
    Total Time 35 minutes minutes
    Servings 4
    Calories 257kcal
    Author Willow Moon
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    Equipment

    • food processor stand mixer or hand mixer

    Ingredients

    • 2 large sweet potatoes peeled and cut into chunks (7 cups)
    • ¼ cup plain unsweetened almond milk (optional)
    • 2 tablespoons Earth Balance or olive oil
    • 2 chipotle in adobo sauce
    • 1 tablespoon adobo sauce
    • Salt and pepper
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    Instructions

    • Place sweet potatoes in a steamer basket above water in a saucepan. Steam sweet potato for 20 minutes, or until tender.
    • Working in small batches, if necessary, blend all ingredients in a food processor or stand mixer until smooth. If you like a chunkier consistency, use a potato masher.

    Notes

    If you don't like things too spicy, start with just the adobo sauce to see how you like it.
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    Nutrition

    Calories: 257kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 1090mg | Potassium: 798mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 33415IU | Vitamin C: 6.6mg | Calcium: 94mg | Iron: 1.7mg

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