Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes (Creamy & Easy!)
Creamy Instant Pot mashed potatoes made easy! Perfectly fluffy, ready in under 20 minutes, and made with simple ingredients you already have.
Ingredients
- 3 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes peeled and cut into 1-2 inch chunks
- 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ cup butter softened
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup milk or heavy cream warmed
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 2 cloves garlic minced; fresh chives for garnish
Instructions
- Add potatoes, broth, and salt to the Instant Pot. Broth should mostly cover the potatoes.
- Secure the lid and set the valve to sealing. Pressure cook on HIGH for 8 minutes.
- When done, carefully quick release the pressure.
- Drain any excess liquid, reserving a little in case you need it for thinning.
- Add butter, sour cream, and warm milk. Mash with a potato masher or hand mixer until smooth and creamy.
- Taste and season with salt and pepper. Top with fresh chives if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra-smooth potatoes, use a hand mixer instead of a masher
- Roasted garlic adds incredible depth — just mix in 2-3 cloves with the butter
- This recipe doubles easily for larger gatherings