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Ready to make mashed potatoes the easy way? This Instant Pot mashed potatoes recipe is a game-changer for anyone who loves this classic side but could do without the hassle of traditional methods. Using just a few simple ingredients, including the ever-so-important Danish Creamery Salted Butter for that rich, smooth taste, you can have perfectly cooked potatoes ready for mashing in just minutes.
The beauty of using an Instant Pot is its set-it-and-forget-it convenience. No more pot watching or water boiling over. Just peel, chop, and let the Instant Pot do the heavy lifting. The addition of Greek yogurt gives these mashed potatoes a slight tang and a lighter feel, while a sprinkle of garlic powder adds just the right amount of flavor. Whether it’s a regular family dinner or a special occasion, these Instant Pot mashed potatoes are about to become your new favorite way to round out a meal.
“Love this! It’s genius! I threw the potatoes in the instapot and moved onto the rest of dinner. I love that everything is in one pot and the texture comes out perfect. I’m never making these stove top again! Thank you Yumna!” – Rebeca
Jump to Section
- Recipe at a glance
- Ingredients to make IP mashed potatoes
- Popular substitutions & additions
- How to make mashed potatoes in the instant pot
- Tips for making the best mashed potatoes in an instant pot
- What to serve with instant pot mashed potatoes
- How to store & reheat mashed potatoes
- Frequently asked questions
- More potato recipes to try:
- Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes Recipe
Recipe at a glance
Cuisine Inspiration: American
Primary Cooking Method: Instant Pot
Dietary Info: Gluten-Free & Vegetarian
Key Flavor: Buttery & Garlic
Skill Level: Easy & Beginner-friendly
Summary
- Easy Preparation: Effortless to prepare, saving you time and stress in the kitchen.
- Delicious Butter and Garlic Flavor: Additions of garlic powder and a high-quality Danish salted butter impart rich flavors.
- Perfect Side Dish: Whether served with steak, chicken, or a holiday turkey, they add a creamy and savory that will enhance the meal.
- One Pot Recipe: Just a handful of ingredients and one pot make this a quick
Ingredients to make IP mashed potatoes
- Potatoes: I prefer to use Yukon potatoes that are more buttery, but you can also use russet potatoes and even red potatoes, if you’d like.
- Butter: Butter makes all the difference in creating the perfect smooth texture in homemade mashed potatoes. I use Danish Creamery Salted Butter – which is made from a high quality cream from pasture-raised cows. It has 85% butterfat, which means it adds a richness and a truly buttery flavor to the potatoes.
- Greek Yogurt: I usually use between ¼ and ½ cup of Greek yogurt depending on how smooth I want the potatoes. You can also use sour cream, buttermilk or milk.
- Seasoning: I keep it simple with salt, pepper and garlic powder.
Popular substitutions & additions
There are so many different additions you can add to IP mashed potatoes to elevate the flavor.
- Add Melty Cheese: If you’re a cheese lover, consider adding shredded parmesan, cheddar, or Monterey jack cheese.
- Roast Your Garlic: For an elevated garlic flavor, add minced garlic or mashed roasted garlic. Simply roast a whole bulb of garlic in the oven. It will soften and will be easily mashable with the potatoes.
- Swap Out Herbs: I also love using dried oregano, dried thyme, or dried rosemary. Using fresh versions of those dried herbs is always a great idea for garnishing the finished mashed potatoes too!
- Use Different Potatoes: Sweet potatoes are a perfect candidate for Instant Pot cooking as well.
How to make mashed potatoes in the instant pot
- Peel the potatoes and slice them into rounds or quarter them.
- Add enough water to cover the potatoes. For 2 pounds of potatoes, 4 cups is usually enough.
- Cook on manual pressure until the timer goes off and then quick release and drain off any extra liquid.
- Now you can add the butter, Greek yogurt, seasoning and anything else you’d like to add to it. Be sure to move fast so the butter melts into the potatoes to create a creamy consistency.
- Use a fork or potato masher to mash the potatoes while they’re warm.
- When they’re smooth to your likeness, you can transfer the mashed potatoes to a bowl to serve!
“This is so easy and so delicious when you are just feeling like mashed potatoes on a weeknight. I liked the Greek Yogurt because it just makes it so much healthier.” – Jeanette
Tips for making the best mashed potatoes in an instant pot
- Use Yukon Gold potatoes for the best texture. They have a naturally buttery flavor, with a creamy and dense consistency – perfect complement to the Danish Creamery butter . Plus, these yellow-fleshed potatoes just look more appetizing! Feel free to also use Russet potatoes, which are starchier and fluffier.
- Cut the potatoes before boiling. This is an added step, but it ensures that the potatoes all cook evenly. And this way you don’t need to overcook larger potatoes so that the insides get tender.
- Don’t skip the butter. The butter not only helps to flavor the dish but also adds the fats needed to make the mashed potatoes creamy and rich.
- Keep some liquid in the instant pot after cooking. If you want to reduce the use of Greek yogurt or milk in the mashed potatoes, save some of the liquid after cooking and use it for blending the potatoes. It helps to make them smoother!
What to serve with instant pot mashed potatoes
- Vegan Mushroom Gravy
- Roasted Chicken with Garlic & Herbs
- Cast Iron Skillet Steak
- Easy Thanksgiving Turkey
How to store & reheat mashed potatoes
Before storing your leftovers, allow the mashed potatoes to cool to room temperature before transferring them to an airtight container. Store in the fridge within 2 hours of cooking.
How Long Will Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes Last In The Fridge? Leftover mashed potatoes will last 3 to 5 days if stored correctly in the fridge.
Reheating Mashed Potatoes: Reheat gently in the microwave at 30-second intervals stirring in between until heated through. Alternatively, you can also reheat leftovers on the stovetop. Heat over medium heat, adding milk or butter to add moisture. Stir until heated through.
Reheating Mashed Potatoes in the Instant Pot: Use the pop-in-pot method by adding water to the Instant Pot, placing a trivet or steamer rack inside, and then putting your Instant Pot safe container filled with mashed potatoes on top. Seal the Instant Pot and cook for a few minutes on the “steam” or “manual” setting.
Can I freeze Instant Pot Garlic Mashed Potatoes? Allow your mashed potatoes to cool to room temperature before storing. Tranger them to an airtight container or freezer-safe resealable bag, removing the air to prevent freezer burn.
Frequently asked questions
I like to use Yukon potatoes because of their yellowish color and their buttery flavor, but russet potatoes work really well or even red potatoes.
To prevent lumps, make sure your potatoes are cooked through fully before mashing. You can also use a potato ricer or a hand mixer for a smoother texture. Gradually add the liquid and butter while mashing, this can help achieve a creamy consistency.
My favorite thing to make whenever I have leftovers is Shepards Pie. You can also mix them with eggs and cheese to make potato pancakes or tator tots, which are both super easy and versatile!
For potatoes that are too thick, you can add a little more liquid, such as milk, cream, or even vegetable broth. Continue to mash until you achieve your desired creaminess.
Mashed potatoes are a must have side dish during the holidays. This instant pot version is quick and easy and made extra creamy and rich by using high quality butter from Danish Creamery.
More potato recipes to try:
- Healthy Mashed Sweet Potatoes
- Healthy Mashed Potatoes
- Air Fryer Potatoes
- Garlic Roasted Potatoes
- Garlic Smashed Potatoes
- Oven Baked French Fries
- Oven Baked Sweet Potato Fries
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Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes
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Ingredients
- 2 Pounds Yukon Gold potatoes
- 4 cups water or enough to cover potatoes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup Danish Creamery Salted Butter plus more for serving
- ½ cup low-fat Greek yogurt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- black pepper for serving
Instructions
- Place the peeled and sliced potatoes into an instant pot.
- Cover with water and season with salt. Place the lid on the instant pot and set the valve to seal.
- Cook on manual pressure for 8 minutes. When the timer goes off, turn the instant pot off, and quick release the pressure from the pot.
- Drain the potatoes and return to the instant pot. Save some of the liquid in case you’d like to thin out the mashed potatoes.
- While the potatoes are still warm, add the butter, Greek yogurt and garlic powder. Mash until smooth to your desired consistency. Add some of the reserved cooking water if needed to make it smoother.
- Serve with a dab of extra butter and freshly cracked black pepper, if desired.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information provided is an estimate. It will vary based on cooking method and specific ingredients used.
Can you make this a day ahead of time? Suggestions on how to reheat it?
Yes, you can! Store any leftover mashed potatoes in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Add a splash of liquid and heat it up in the microwave or stovetop.
Could I ommit the greek yougurt in the recipe and just use the butter or do I need to substitute the greek yougurt with something else?
Instead of Greek yogurt, you can use sour cream, buttermilk or milk.
Love this! It’s genius! I threw the potatoes in the instapot and moved onto the rest of dinner. I love that everything is in one pot and the texture comes out perfect 🙌🏽 I’m never making these stove top again! Thank you Yumna!
Thank you so much! So glad you enjoyed this method!
This is so easy and so delicious when you are just feeling like mashed potatoes on a weeknight. I liked the Greek yogurt because it just makes it so much healthier.
That’s perfect! So glad you enjoyed it!
Thank you yumna for this recipe! It tastes great but the amount of greek yogurt may not be sufficient.. I prefer them to be more creamy..
This recipe is easy to make vegan and tastes great with different herbs.
Thank you!!
This recipe was so so easy and delicious. I have an instant pot but often forget about it. I showed my husband this video and he said let’s give it a try! It was the perfect mashed potatoes! We used sour cream (it’s what we had) and it worked great! I will send a warning to not over fill your instant pot (I think we tried to triple this) as it won’t be as quick.
That’s an excellent tip! And I’m so happy you tried the recipe and enjoyed it!!
These look amazing! I don’t have an IP, but will try using the yogurt and Danish Creamery butter when I make mashed potatoes.
I hope you like it! Thank you 🙂