Description
Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes are the ultimate Thanksgiving side dish, transforming simple Yukon Gold potatoes into a luxuriously creamy delight in just minutes. Infused with rich unsalted butter and heavy cream, these mashed potatoes deliver mouthwatering flavor that will have your guests coming back for seconds. Quick and easy to prepare, this recipe frees up valuable stovetop space, letting you focus on other dishes for your holiday feast. Enjoy the perfect blend of comfort and convenience at your Thanksgiving table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Place diced Yukon Gold potatoes in the Instant Pot and cover with water by about an inch. Add a pinch of salt.
- Secure the lid and set the Instant Pot to high pressure for 10 minutes.
- Once cooking is complete, perform a quick release of pressure.
- Drain excess water and return potatoes to the pot. Add butter, heavy cream, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Mash until smooth using a potato masher or hand mixer; adjust seasoning to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side dish
- Method: Pressure cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating roasted garlic or fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days or freeze for up to two months.