Bacon Whipped Sweet Potatoes Recipe

Elevate your sweet potato game! This recipe ditches the sugary syrup for a savory-sweet twist that lets the natural flavor of the sweet potatoes shine. Crispy bacon and a hint of garlic create a delicious balance that's both comforting and exciting. Perfect as a side dish for pork chops, Thanksgiving, or any meal needing a flavorful upgrade! Prep time excludes bacon cooking.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 324 kcal
Protein 10g
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Ingredients for Bacon Whipped Sweet Potatoes

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How to Make Bacon Whipped Sweet Potatoes

  1. Boil 2 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed, in a large pot of salted water until fork-tender (approximately 20-25 minutes).
  2. Drain the sweet potatoes thoroughly and return them to the pot.
  3. Add 4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled, 2 tablespoons butter or margarine, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, 1/4 cup milk, and 1 teaspoon garlic powder to the pot.
  4. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  5. Using a hand-held masher or electric mixer, mash or whip the sweet potatoes until they reach your desired consistency. For extra smooth potatoes, use an electric mixer.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  7. Serve immediately as a delicious side dish. Pairs perfectly with pork chops and gravy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

14 g

Sugar

66g

Fat

41g

Carbs

11g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Bacon Whipped Sweet Potatoes?

Bacon Whipped Sweet Potatoes takes about 55 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Bacon Whipped Sweet Potatoes?

Bacon Whipped Sweet Potatoes has approximately 324 calories per serving, with about 10 g protein, 11 g carbohydrates and 29 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Bacon Whipped Sweet Potatoes?

The key ingredients for Bacon Whipped Sweet Potatoes are Sweet Potatoes, Bacon, Butter, Granulated Sugar, Milk, Garlic Powder. See the full list with measurements above.

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