How to Make Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes - A Step-by-Step Guide

Mashed potatoes are a classic and beloved side dish that pairs well with a variety of main courses. Whether you’re preparing a simple weeknight dinner or hosting a holiday feast, creamy and flavorful mashed potatoes are always a hit. While traditional mashed potatoes require boiling the potatoes on the stove, the Instant Pot offers a quicker and more convenient way to achieve the same delicious results.

Instant Pot mashed potatoes are not only convenient, but they also turn out incred...

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Ingredients

  • 6 russet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
  • ¼ cup cream cheese
  • 1 tablespoon cream cheese
  • ¼ cup milk
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Place a steamer inside a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot). Add 1 cup water to the pot. Place potato chunks into the steamer. Close and lock the lid. Select Rice function and set timer for 10 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, 10 to 40 minutes. Unlock and remove lid. Add 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon cream cheese and milk to the pot and mash using an electric hand mixer or a potato masher. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Nutrition

    271 cal.

    • Total Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 14mg
    • Sodium: 80mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 52g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 7g
    • Vitamin C: 16mg
    • Calcium: 58mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 1212mg