This Instant Pot mashed potatoes is an easy, no-drain, dump and go recipe to make the best, creamiest, fluffiest mashed potatoes. Easy to make classic side dish that comes together in a fraction of a time.
A classic side dish made with potatoes, garlic, milk, butter, salt, and freshly ground pepper. An ultimate comfort dish that pairs well with almost everything and is so easy to make.
This recipe is our family favorite, and we enjoy this simple, classic side dish all year round. No holidays are complete without this humble mashed potatoes.
This is by far one of the simplest recipe you will find on my blog. Honestly, even my kids can make these mashed potatoes. With just a few ingredients you can whip up moist, creamy, fluffiest mashed potatoes.
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Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes - Recipe Video
Ingredients
Potatoes: You can use Russet, or Yukon gold potatoes.
I prefer to peel Russet potatoes, as the skin is thick. For Yukon gold or red potatoes, if desired you can peel the potatoes.
Garlic (optional): Garlic is optional. It adds a nice flavor to the dish. You can add as much or as little to your preference.
Butter: Adds a nice buttery flavor. You can also use ghee instead of butter for a rich, nutty flavor.
Broth or water: I prefer broth, it adds an added flavor to the dish.
Seasonings: Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste.
Fresh herbs (optional): Handful of freshly chopped parsley or chives.
Pic Shown: Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes
How To Make Mashed Potatoes In Instant Pot
Hands down this is one of the best ways to make classic, old-fashioned style mashed potatoes. This recipe is no-drain, one-pot dish. Enjoy these creamy, fluffiest mashed potatoes this holidays or on anytime of the year. This recipe will soon be your favorite.
Step 1: Prep The Potatoes
Wash, peel, and cut the potatoes into large chunks (around 2-3 inch).
Peel the garlic cloves.
Step 2: Cook Potatoes In Instant Pot
You will need Instant Pot
Add potatoes, broth or water, garlic (optional), salt to taste.
Close the lid, vent sealed. Turn ON PRESSURE COOK (high) for 15 minutes.
Note: The cooking time will vary depending upon the size of the potatoes. I used large chunks (2-3 inch) potatoes for this recipe.
Allow natural pressure release. Open the lid, using a potato masher, mash the potatoes.
Add milk and butter to a microwave safe cup and microwave for 60 seconds or until the butter is melted.
Add milk and butter mixture, salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste. Keep mashing the potatoes until desired consistency.
Note: If required, add some more milk or cream to achieve desired consistency.
Transfer mashed potatoes to a serving bowl. Garnish with some butter, freshly crushed black pepper, and/or some fresh herb (chives or parsley).
Enjoy these creamiest, fluffiest mashed potatoes with your favorite dish!!
Pic Shown: Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes
Pro Tips
Key ingredient in this recipe is potatoes. Choose potatoes you like to eat. I prefer baking or Russet potatoes as my family loves the taste of it. Yukon gold or red potatoes also make great mashed potatoes.
Russet potato tend to dry out quickly, so you may have to add more liquid to soften them up. Yukon gold are moist, and hold moisture well.
It is easy to overwork the potatoes, specially when you are using electric mixer. I prefer potato masher, and than using a spatula mix the potatoes to a desired consistency. This prevents potatoes from being overworked and turn into gluey mess.
Classic mashed potatoes is made with simple ingredients milk, butter, garlic (optional), some salt and pepper. However, you can add variation to this classic dish by adding some sour cream, cream cheese, some herbed cheese like Boursin or goat cheese, adds a rich flavor. Also, you can add some fresh herbs such as chives, parsley, to add some flavor and color to the dish.
Add warm milk (or cream) and melted butter while mashing the potatoes. Use liquid as needed to achieve desired consistency.
Pic Shown: Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes
Frequently Asked Questions
What potatoes to use?
Russet potatoes, Yukon gold, or red potatoes work fine. You can also use combination of potatoes for added flavor and texture.
Do I need to peel the potatoes?
I prefer to peel the Russet potatoes as they have thick skin. For Yukon gold or Red potatoes, you can leave the skin on as they have thin skin. For a smooth, creamy texture mashed potatoes, I always peel the potatoes.
Do I need to cut the potatoes?
I normally cut the potatoes into chunks (2-3 inch). If the size of the potatoes is small to medium, you can leave them whole. Adjust the cooking time depending upon the size of the potatoes.
For whole small (5-6 oz) size potatoes, cook time = 12-15 minutes.
For whole medium (7-9 oz) size potatoes, cook time = 15-20 minutes.
How long it takes to cook?
Pressure cooking time will vary, depending upon the size of the potatoes. I normally cut the potatoes into large chunks (2-3 inch) and it takes around 15 minutes.
Do potatoes get waterlogged?
No, we are adding just enough water (or broth) to build the pressure and cook the potatoes.
How to prevent mashed potatoes from turning gummy?
Do not overwork the potatoes. Use potato masher initially to mash the potatoes, and than switch to a wooden spatula and mix until desired consistency.
Can I double the recipe?
Absolutely, you can double the recipe. Cooking time remains the same.
Serving Suggestions
I would say around one medium potato (7-9 oz) or half a pound of mashed potatoes per serving.
Instant Pot mashed potatoes make an excellent side. We like to pair it with Chicken Marsala, air fryer Chicken Tenders, or Penna Alla Vodka
Storage
Mashed potatoes stays good for up to 5 days in the refrigerator. Add a splash of milk just before reheating them.
Pic Shown: Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes
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Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes - Recipe Video
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2.5 lbs Russet potatoes or Yukon Gold
- 3 cloves garlic, whole (optional)
- ¾ cup broth or water
- 3 tablespoon unsalted butter
- ½ cup milk or cream, plus as needed
- salt and pepper to taste
- Handful of fresh parsley or chives, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Prep The Potatoes
- Wash, peel, and cut the potatoes into large chunks (around 2-3 inch).
- Peel the garlic cloves.
Step 2: Cook Potatoes In Instant Pot
- Close the lid, vent sealed. Turn ON PRESSURE COOK (high) for 15 minutes.Note: The cooking time will vary depending upon the size of the potatoes. I used large chunks (2-3 inch) potatoes for this recipe.
- Allow natural pressure release. Open the lid, using a potato masher, mash the potatoes.
- Add milk and butter to a microwave safe cup and microwave for 60 seconds or until the butter is melted.
- Add milk and butter mixture, salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste. Keep mashing the potatoes until desired consistency.Note: If required, add some more milk or cream to achieve desired consistency.
- Transfer mashed potatoes to a serving bowl. Garnish with some butter, freshly crushed black pepper, and/or some fresh herb (chives or parsley).
- Enjoy these creamiest, fluffiest mashed potatoes with your favorite dish!!
Video
Notes
- I used three x-large (13-15 oz) Russet potatoes, peeled and cut into thirds for this recipe. The total weight of the potatoes was around two and a half pounds.
- If the size of the potatoes is small to medium, you can leave them whole. Adjust the cooking time depending on the size of the potatoes.
- For whole small (5-6 oz) size potatoes, cook time = 12-15 minutes.
- For whole medium (7-9 oz) size potatoes, cook time = 15-20 minutes.
- The key ingredient in this recipe is potatoes. Choose potatoes you like to eat. I prefer baking or Russet potatoes as my family loves the taste of it. Yukon gold or red potatoes also make great mashed potatoes.
- Russet potatoes tend to dry out quickly, so you may have to add more liquid to soften them. Yukon gold is moist and holds moisture well.
- It is easy to overwork the potatoes, especially when using an electric mixer. I prefer a potato masher, and then using a spatula mix the potatoes to a desired consistency. This prevents potatoes from being overworked and turns into a gluey mess.
- Classic mashed potatoes are made with simple ingredients milk, butter, garlic (optional), salt, and pepper. However, you can add variation to this classic dish by adding sour cream, cream cheese, or herbed cheese like Boursin or goat cheese, which adds a rich flavor. Also, you can add some fresh herbs such as chives, and parsley, to add some flavor and color to the dish.
- Add warm milk (or cream) and melted butter while mashing the potatoes. Use the liquid as needed to achieve the desired consistency.
- Please refer to the post for - Frequently Asked Questions.
Nutrition
Disclaimer
Nutrition values are my best estimates. If you rely on them for your diet, use your preferred nutrition calculator.
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