Instant Pot Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Step 1

Peel and chop your sweet potatoes into approximately 1-inch chunks. Place the chunks into the base of a 6-quart or 8-quart pressure cooker.

Step 2

Add the salt, thyme, and cinnamon to the sweet potatoes and toss to combine.

Step 3

Pour in the water and lock the lid on the pressure cooker. Set the time to 8 minutes at high pressure.

Step 4

When the cooking time is up, use the quick-release to release the pressure.

Step 5

Carefully remove the lid and stir in the the maple syrup and vegan butter, ghee, or coconut butter to the potatoes.

Step 6

Use a spatula or a potato masher to mix together and serve hot.