Instant Pot Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Instant Pot Garlic Mashed Potatoes are the ultimate comfort food, marrying creamy Yukon Gold potatoes with rich garlic flavor for a side dish that’s simply irresistible. Prepared effortlessly in your Instant Pot, these fluffy mashed potatoes are perfect for any occasion—from holiday feasts to cozy weeknight dinners. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep time, you’ll have a crowd-pleasing dish that elevates any meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and quartered
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, peeled
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (or milk for a lighter option)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Potatoes: Peel and quarter the Yukon Gold potatoes.
- Add Ingredients: Place the potatoes and garlic in the Instant Pot. Cover with water and add a pinch of salt.
- Pressure Cook: Secure the lid and cook on high pressure for 10 minutes. Allow natural pressure release for 5 minutes before quick-releasing any remaining pressure.
- Drain and Mash: Remove the lid, drain excess water, then add butter and heavy cream to the pot.
- Mash: Use a potato masher or hand mixer to mash until smooth. Adjust seasonings with salt and pepper as desired.
- Serve: Transfer to a serving bowl and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in cream cheese or fresh herbs like chives or parsley. Sweet potatoes can be substituted for Yukon Golds for a different twist. Store leftovers in an airtight container; reheat with a splash of milk to restore creaminess.