Instant Pot Creamy Mashed Potatoes
Instant Pot Creamy Mashed Potatoes are the ultimate comfort food, offering a rich and buttery flavor that will delight your taste buds. This quick and easy recipe transforms Yukon Gold potatoes into a velvety side dish that’s perfect for any occasion—from holiday feasts to weeknight dinners. With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up these fluffy mashed potatoes in no time, ensuring everyone at the table is asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Peel and quarter the Yukon Gold potatoes for even cooking.
- Place the potatoes in the Instant Pot, add 1 cup of water, and sprinkle with salt. Secure the lid.
- Cook on high pressure for 8 minutes, then perform a quick release of steam.
- Drain excess water, leaving a splash for creaminess. Add butter and heavy cream; mash until desired consistency is reached.
- Stir in garlic powder, salt, and pepper before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 125g
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in roasted garlic or fresh herbs like chives or parsley. For an ultra-creamy texture, use a potato ricer instead of a masher.