Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes

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Rich and creamy mashed potatoes made quickly in an Instant Pot. Ready in about 20 minutes, these mashed potatoes are delicious and perfect for busy weeknights.

This recipe can be doubled in a 6 or 8 quart instant pot. Large round slices of potato (about 4-5 rounds per potato) are recommended; no need to cut into small chunks.

Prep Time

10 min

Cook Time

10 min

Total Time

20 min

Serves

6

Servings

6

instant pot
potato masher
hand-held mixer
Vegetarian
Quick
Side Dish
Comfort Food
Instant Pot

Ingredients

  • 3 pounds potatoes peeled and sliced into large rounds (about 4-5 rounds per medium potato)
  • water to cover potatoes (about 4-5 cups depending on instant pot size)
  • 2 teaspoons salt divided; 1 teaspoon added before cooking, remaining 1 teaspoon added after cooking
  • 1/4 cups butter
  • 1/4 cups sour cream
  • 1/4 cups milk
  • 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder optional
  • 1/2 teaspoons pepper

Preparation

  1. Place the peeled and sliced potatoes into the bottom of the instant pot.
  2. Cover with water and add 1 teaspoon of salt.
  3. Place the lid on the instant pot and set the valve to seal.
  4. Cook on manual pressure for 8 minutes.
  5. When the timer goes off, turn the instant pot off.
  6. Quick release the pressure from the pot.
  7. Drain the potatoes and return to the instant pot with power off.
  8. Add the remaining salt, pepper, garlic powder, butter, milk, and sour cream to the potatoes.
  9. Mash until smooth using a potato masher or hand-held mixer.
  10. Serve topped with parsley if desired.
  11. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.