Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes with Cream Cheese
Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes with Cream Cheese are the ultimate comfort food, delivering a rich and creamy side dish that elevates any meal. Made with tender potatoes blended with cream cheese, butter, and just the right seasonings, these mashed potatoes are quick to prepare and perfect for both family dinners and special occasions. In under 30 minutes, you can enjoy a nostalgic dish that’s as delightful to serve as it is to eat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
- 1/2 cup whole milk (adjust for consistency)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Peel and dice the potatoes into even chunks.
- Place the diced potatoes in the Instant Pot with 1/2 cup of water or chicken broth. Add salt and garlic powder.
- Seal the lid and pressure cook on high for 10 minutes. Allow for a natural release for 5 minutes before performing a quick release.
- Add cream cheese and butter; mash until smooth using a potato masher or hand mixer.
- Gradually mix in milk until achieving your desired creaminess. Adjust seasoning as needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, substitute cream cheese with sour cream or Greek yogurt. - Enhance your mash by incorporating fresh chives or crispy bacon bits. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat with a splash of milk.