Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes cooked in your pressure cooker are classic mashed potatoes that turn out perfectly smooth and creamy every time!

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If you're looking for a way to take the guesswork out of making perfect mashed potatoes, you are in the right place. I can honestly say that I will likely never go back to the old school boil method of making mashed potatoes again!

With this recipe, there's no need to worry about the potatoes boiling over. No need to worry about the right milk to potato to butter ratio. This recipe yields the very best traditional mashed potatoes just like mom makes. I hope you love this easy recipe as much as I do!

HOW TO MAKE MASHED POTATOES IN AN INSTANT POT

Making mashed potatoes in the instant pot is so easy! First, peeled quartered potatoes are placed in your instant pot and covered with water. The potatoes are pressure cooked on high pressure for 12 minutes with a quick release. The potatoes are then drained and mashed with butter, milk, salt, and sour cream. See below for a detailed ingredients list and instructions.

WHAT KIND OF POTATOES SHOULD I USE FOR MASHED POTATOES?

The best kind of potatoes to use for this classic instant pot mashed potatoes recipe is russet potatoes. Russet potatoes are high in starch and give the potatoes a creamy, fluffy texture. Other popular choices are red potatoes or Yukon gold potatoes, but I prefer russet!

CAN I MAKE MY INSTANT POT MASHED POTATOES WITH THE SKIN?

Yes! If you would like to prepare your mashed potatoes in the instant pot with the skin on, simply skip the peeling of the potatoes and prepare the recipe as directed.

HOW TO REHEAT MASHED POTATOES

Mashed potatoes can be reheated in a covered casserole dish in the oven at 350 degrees F, or in the microwave, stirring occasionally, until heated through.

WHAT TO SERVE WITH INSTANT POT MASHED POTATOES

Mashed potatoes are the perfect side dish for lots of different meals! Try them with one of these mashed potato-perfect proteins:

• Easy Oven Roasted Turkey
• Salisbury Steak
• Chicken Fried Chicken with Pan Gravy
• Grilled Seasoned Pork Roast

MORE POTATO SIDE DISH RECIPES

Looking for more yummy recipes to make with potatoes? Check out these popular potato sides from the archives:

• Traditional Mashed Potatoes
• One Skillet Potatoes au Gratin
• Air Fryer Salty Skin Baked Potatoes
• Air Fryer Twice Baked Potatoes

If you try this recipe, I'd love to know what you think in the comments below. Enjoy!

6 servings

Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes

Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes cooked in your pressure cooker are classic mashed potatoes that turn out perfectly smooth and creamy every time!

  prep time: 10 MINcook time: 15 MINtotal time: 25 MIN 

INGREDIENTS

3 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and quartered
4-5 cups water (to cover)
1/2 cup milk
1 stick butter
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup sour cream

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Add the potatoes to your instant pot and cover with the water.

2. Place the lid onto your instant pot and turn the steam valve to the sealing position.

3. Select the manual/pressure cook, high-pressure setting and set the time to 12 minutes. After 10 seconds the display will say On. Once the instant pot is pressurized, the float valve will rise and the cook timer will begin counting down.

4. While the potatoes are cooking, heat the butter and milk in a small saucepan over medium-low heat until the butter is melted.

5. At the end of the 12 minutes, carefully turn the steam release valve to the venting position. When the float valve drops, open the instant pot and drain the potatoes in a colander. Return the potatoes to the pot.

6. Add the warmed milk, butter, salt, and sour cream to the potatoes. Mash with a potato masher or hand mixer until smooth.

NOTES

Cook time does not include the time it takes for the machine to come to pressure.

This recipe was prepared in the 8 Quart Instant Pot Duo 7-in-1 Pressure Cooker.

Author: Becky

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