• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Browse Recipes:
  • Appetizers
  • Drinks
  • Cookies
  • Cakes
  • Cupcakes
  • All Recipes »

Baking Beauty logo

  • ^ Back to Top
  • Home
  • About Me
  • Media Kit
  • Contact
menu icon
go to homepage
search icon
Homepage link
  • Browse Recipes
  • Appetizers
  • Drinks
  • Cookies
  • Cakes
  • Cupcakes
  • All Recipes
×

Recipes » Side Dishes » Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes

Published: Sep 11, 2018 · Modified: Sep 15, 2021 by Krystle Smith · This post may contain affiliate links

Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes

Jump to Recipe Print Recipe

These creamy and flavorful instant pot mashed potatoes are sure to become your new favorite side dish. They cook up fluffy every time in just 8 minutes!

These potatoes go great with meaty main dishes like pot roast, Stew or pork belly burnt ends.

a bowl of mashed potatoes topped with 2 pats of butter on a checkered tablecloth.

Fall is here, and with the changing leaves and cooler weather comes thoughts of the upcoming holiday season. If you’re worried about another year of rushing around the kitchen on Christmas or Thanksgiving trying to get a meal prepared, look no further than my recipe for delicious Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes.  They are such a time saver, and they free up your stove top for other dishes too! They require only a few basic ingredients, come out delightfully creamy every time. This recipe is amazing! I’ll never make them another way again!

 

Whether you’re looking to make these for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or just a cool fall day, these taste great and save you valuable time.

 


More Easy Sides:

Instant Pot Mac and Cheese

Instant Pot Baked Beans

Pea Salad With Bacon

20 Minute Buttermilk Biscuits


Ingredient Notes

  1. Yukon Gold Potatoes: Yukon Gold potatoes make for wonderfully creamy and flavorful potatoes due to their medium starch content. They also make great potatoes for roasting or grilling.

    If you do not have access to Yukon Golds, russet potatoes also make for a great choice. They have a high starch content, and they tend to soak up butter and cream well. Both of these potatoes should give you a light and fluffy dish. Avoid waxy potatoes such as red potatoes.

  2. Butter: Butter adds the perfect amount of richness. I like to top my potatoes off with extra!
  3. Sour Cream: This adds a wonderful tanginess and creaminess. Don’t skip this!
  4. Whole Milk
  5. Garlic Powder, Salt, and Pepper: Feel free to substitute your favorite seasonings.

How To Make Mashed Potatoes In the Instant Pot

First, peel and cut six medium Yukon Gold potatoes into small chunks.

Place the chunks of potatoes in the bottom of the instant pot, and add water until potatoes are covered. Add one teaspoon of salt, place the lid on the pot, and set the valve to the sealing position. Cook on manual high pressure for eight minutes.

Quick release the pressure from the instant pot, drain the potatoes and then return them to the pot. Next, add the remaining ingredients to the potatoes and mash with a potato masher or fork until smooth. Top with parsley if desired.

a white bowl of mashed potatoes topped with butter and parsley with an instant pot in the background.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I double the recipe: Absolutely! If you have a six or eight-quart instant pot, you can double this recipe by doubling all ingredients.

What is the Best Way to Mash Potatoes? Contrary to popular belief, a blender or mixer should not be used to mash potatoes. Mixing can be too violent and will create a glue-like consistency in your potatoes. Instead, stick to a potato masher or a handheld electric beater. Make sure to go slowly to get the best results. When finished, your potatoes should have a light and fluffy “whipped” texture to them. If you don’t own any of these tools, you can also simply mash potatoes with a fork. Just keep in that they’ll have a coarser texture when compared to a handheld masher.

How Long Do I Cook Mashed Potatoes in the Instant Pot? If you choose to cook whole potatoes, Instant Pot recommends a 12-15 minute cook time. 8-10 minutes should be enough time for small potatoes, and only 3-4 minutes are needed for cubed potatoes. However, because of a large number of potatoes in this recipe, we recommend eight minutes for perfectly cooked potatoes.

instant pot mashed potatoes topped with butter with a wooden spoon and parsley in the background.

Make Ahead Tips

How Long Will They Last? Can You Make Them Ahead?  Mashed potatoes will last between three and five days in the fridge, You can prepare them in advance and store them in the refrigerator. 

Can you freeze them? Yes absolutely! If you’re looking to save time on Thanksgiving Day, these can be prepared in advance. They are also great to pull out as a side for this Instant Pot Chuck Roast. Potatoes alone do not freeze well, but these freeze perfectly. You can store them in either a freezer bag or storage container. They will keep for up to one year.

Reheating? My preferred method is in the oven. Place the mashed potatoes in a dish, spread evenly, and heat at 350 degrees until warm (about 30 minutes). You can also heat them on the stovetop or in a slow cooker, just make sure to stir occasionally. Don’t be afraid to add a little extra butter or milk if needed.  If you’re strapped for time, you can reheat potatoes in the microwave too. Place potatoes in a microwave-safe dish, cover, and heat on half-power for five minutes. Stir frequently, and don’t overcook.

a closeup of mashed potatoes topped with 2 pats of butter and parsley with a wooden spoon on the side.

Serve With:

Chicken Fried Steak

Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes

Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes: These creamy and flavorful mashed potatoes are sure to become your new favorite side dish. They cook up fluffy every time in just 8 minutes!
5 from 10 votes
Print Pin Rate
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Total Time: 23 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Calories: 191kcal
Author: Krystle Smith

Ingredients

  • 6 Yukon Gold Potatoes Peeled and Cubed
  • 4-5 Cups of Water
  • ¼ Cup Butter
  • ¼ Cup Sour Cream
  • ¼ Cup Whole Milk
  • ½ Teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • Salt and Pepper To Taste
Don't lose this recipe. Pin for later!

Instructions

  • Place the prepared potatoes into the Instant Pot.
  • Cover with water and stir in 1 teaspoon of salt.
  • Place the lid on the Instant Pot, and set the valve to the sealing position.
  • Cook on manual high pressure for 8 minutes. Manually release the pressure.
  • Drain potatoes, and return the potatoes to the Instant Pot. Stir in butter, milk, sour cream, garlic powder, salt and pepper to taste.
  • Mash until smooth.
  • Top with parsley and butter if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 191kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 26mg | Sodium: 96mg | Potassium: 729mg | Fiber: 4g | Vitamin A: 310IU | Vitamin C: 19.4mg | Calcium: 75mg | Iron: 5.5mg
Tried this recipe? I want to see!Mention @BakingBeautyBlog or tag #BakingBeauty!
Pin215
Share8
Tweet1
Yum10
234 Shares
« Eggplant Lasagna
Polyjuice Potion »

Reader Interactions

Comments

  1. Sandra says

    October 28, 2021 at 4:45 pm

    5 stars
    Such an incredible mashed potato!!

    Reply
  2. Beti | easyweeknightrecipes says

    October 26, 2021 at 4:26 pm

    5 stars
    I am in love with these mashed potatoes! SO tasty!

    Reply
  3. katerina @ diethood.com says

    October 26, 2021 at 4:26 pm

    5 stars
    These mashed potatoes look and sound incredibly delicious! Perfect for Thanksgiving!

    Reply
  4. Catalina says

    October 26, 2021 at 3:29 pm

    5 stars
    Mmmm…. Love how creamy are these mashed potatoes!

    Reply
  5. Erin | Dinners,Dishes and Dessert says

    October 26, 2021 at 6:16 am

    5 stars
    I gotta make these instant pot mashed potatoes! Looks great!

    Reply
  6. Amanda Livesay says

    October 26, 2021 at 6:08 am

    5 stars
    This recipe is going to be perfect for Thanksgiving! The best mashed potatoes!

    Reply
  7. Beth says

    October 26, 2021 at 5:54 am

    5 stars
    Making these in the instant pot is so smart! The heat and pressure makes sure they’re perfectly soft for mashing. I love it.

    Reply
  8. Edward Felici | Foodaciously says

    December 03, 2018 at 6:47 am

    5 stars
    Love potato mash and this is a solid recipe!

    I had to turn it into a dairy-free alternative for my gf to be able to enjoy it, but the idea of adding something creamy to it (I used some margarine instead of butter here) really made a big difference!

    Thanks for this

    Reply
    • Krystle Smith says

      July 06, 2020 at 9:28 pm

      Hi Edward,
      Glad you were able to adapt the recipe and that it turned out great. Thanks for letting me know!

      Reply
  9. sheenam | thetwincookingproject.net says

    September 25, 2018 at 11:57 pm

    5 stars
    These mashed potatoes look really yummy!!

    Reply

Let know what you think Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Recipe Rating




This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

Primary Sidebar

Welcome!

Welcome to my site Beautiful! Here I share sweet and savory recipes made without fancy equipment, or hard to find ingredients. I firmly believe the best tools in the kitchen are your 2 hands. I refuse to skimp on the butter, sugar, or love! Romans 8:28

10 Fun Facts About Me

Let's Be Friends

Facebook

Like

Instagram

Follow

Pinterest

Follow

Twitter

Follow

Reader Favorites

Cosmic Brownies

Pizza Grilled Cheese

Blue Hawaiian Recipe

Cake Batter Funfetti Pancakes

Zeppole

Zepoole Recipe

Easy Cronuts Recipe

Bible Verse of the Day

I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my loving eye on you.
Psalm 32:8

Summer Favorites

Frog Eye Salad

frog eye salad

Cheesecake Salad

Pork Belly Burnt Ends

smoked pork belly burnt ends

Mexican Street Corn

Broccoli Salad With Bacon

Watermelon Cake

Footer

^ back to top

Featured In

Privacy and Disclosure Policies | Accessibility Statement

As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.