Scrub the sweet potatoes, prick them a few times with a fork, wrap individually in aluminium foil, and bake for about 1 hour, until cooked through
Remove from the oven, allow to cool slightly, and remove the skins.
Transfer the peeled potatoes to the bowl of your stand mixer, add the orange juice, maple syrup, salt, and pepper, and with the paddle attachment, mix on high for 30 to 60 seconds until smooth and creamy.
Roughly chop the maple candied pecans, and stir through the potatoes reserving some to garnish the dish before serving.