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Creamy Sweet Potato Pickle Mash

Creamy Sweet Potato Pickle Mash

This Creamy Sweet Potato Pickle Mash is a fun, flavorful twist on classic mashed potatoes! Made with buttery sweet potatoes, tangy dill pickles, and a splash of pickle juice — it’s the perfect side dish for anyone who loves a mix of sweet, savory, and zesty. Ideal for cozy dinners, BBQs, or holiday feas
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 29 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Course: comfort food, holiday recipe, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • For the Mash
  • 2 large sweet potatoes peeled & cubed
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • ¼ cup milk or cream
  • 2 tbsp pickle juice
  • 2 tbsp finely chopped dill pickles
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp garlic powder optional
  • Optional Toppings
  • Fresh dill or parsley
  • Pickle slices
  • Melted butter drizzle

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Potato masher or hand mixer
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups & spoons
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Boil the Potatoes
  2. Add cubed sweet potatoes to a large pot of salted water. Boil for 15–20 minutes until soft. Drain well.
  3. Mash the Base
  4. Add butter, milk, and pickle juice. Mash until smooth and creamy.
  5. Mix in the Flavor
  6. Stir in chopped pickles, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Adjust seasoning as desired.
  7. Serve & Enjoy
  8. Spoon into a bowl, top with herbs or pickle slices, and drizzle with melted butter for extra flavor.

Notes

Use dill pickles for tangy flavor or sweet pickles for a milder taste.
For a vegan version, use olive oil and plant-based milk instead of butter and cream.
Add more pickle juice for extra tanginess.
Store leftovers in the fridge up to 3 days; reheat with a splash of milk.