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Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes are so creamy. The best part is that you can make them without any draining or boiling. Your family can enjoy real mashed potatoes in minutes.

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I’m so excited about this pressure cooker mashed potatoes recipe. As you can see I really love this great recipe. The mashed potatoes come out so creamy, the best texture and it has been a game changer for my family.

The best part is I can make these Instant Pot Mashed potatoes without boiling or draining. This Easy Side Dish recipe will be on the table in less than 15 minutes. You may also love more Instant Pot Thanksgiving Recipes.

If you love mashed potatoes, also try Garlic Mashed Potatoes Recipe, Instant Pot Mashed Red Potatoes or Loaded Mashed Potatoes. These mashed potatoes are even better served with Fried Chicken Breasts, Crock Pot Pot Roast, Crock Pot Pork Tenderloin with Peaches, Simple Oven Baked Pork Chops Recipe, Grilled Shrimp Foil Packets, Crockpot Beef Tips or Crock Pot Chicken Legs.

Why This Recipe Works

In less time it takes you to boil potatoes, you can have the potatoes peeled, cooked, mashed, and on the table with this super simple instant pot mashed potatoes recipe

My family loves potatoes. Rather we bake them, grill or mash them they could eat them as a side to everything. Sundays are my day to make a large meal before the week starts. It usually always involves mashed potatoes.

My kids love when I make Roast, Fried Chicken Tenders, Cube Steak and Gravy and Ham. Mashed potatoes are always served with these meals. They are great leftover and not expensive to make.

Ingredients

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Variations Ideas

We love recipes that you can change the ingredients a bit or add to them to change the flavor.

  • We like to add sour cream and cream cheese to change up the flavor. Just mix in ½ cup of either of these and it makes the potatoes so rich and creamy. 
  • Add roasted garlic for delicious creamy garlic mashed potatoes that the entire family will love!
  • Also, if you are following an unsaturated fats diet, you can use olive oil instead of butter in this recipe.  This recipe is easy to modify to make it perfect for your family.
  • You can use chicken broth or heavy cream instead of water.
  • Feel free to add in seasoning such as fresh herbs, thyme and rosemary. We even like to serve topped with chives for delicious flavor.

How to Make Mashed Potatoes in an Instant Pot

  • Step 1 – First peel and cut your potatoes into chunks.  Then place the peeled and cut potatoes in the pressure cooker or Instant pot.   Add 1 cup of water.
  • Step 2 – Next place the lid on top and make sure your valve is sealing position.

  • Step 3 – Then click the manual button and turn it to 6 minutes.
  • Step 4 – Next Walk away and wait until it beeps.  Do the quick release on the top to relieve the high pressure.  Then add the whole milk and butter, salt and black pepper.
  • Step 5 — Mix well with an electric hand mixer right in the instant pot or mash the potatoes with a hand potato masher until the potatoes are super smooth. Seasoned with salt and pepper, serve and enjoy.

What Should I Use to Mash Potatoes?

We recommend using a hand mixer to mashed the potatoes. This way you can mash them directly in the instant pot and you don’t have to dirty up another bowl.

Best Potatoes for Mashed Potatoes

We have used many different potatoes to make delicious mashed potatoes.

  • Russet Potatoes – We typically use the russet potato. They seem to take a little longer to make but turn out perfectly.
  • Red Potatoes – If I am using the red potatoes, I usually will leave the skin on. It doesn’t seem to bother my kids and I really like how they turn out.
  • Yukon Gold Potatoes – Since these are a bit smaller, they don’t take as long to make. Still one of the favorites when making mashed potatoes.

How do I Keep Mashed Potatoes Warm?

I love that I can put the lid back on and the mashed potatoes stay nice and warm in the instant pot. You can also select the keep warm option on your instant pot.

One thing I have learn is to stir them frequently to keep them from burning or sticking to the bottom.

Can you Freeze Mashed Potatoes?

Yes you can freeze mashed potatoes. Check out our Can you Freeze Mashed Potatoes post to learn how easy it is to freeze.

How to Use Leftover Mashed Potatoes

Did you know that you can use leftover mashed potatoes for another meal? It is easy to repurpose your leftover mashed potatoes. Here are some of my favorites:

Frequently Asked Questions

How to fix Runny Mashed Potatoes

Having runny mashed potatoes is no fun. Mashed potatoes are actually very easy to thicken. See How to Thicken Mashed Potatoes.

How long to Pressure Cook Potatoes?

It actually doesn’t take very long to cook potatoes in the pressure cooker. Now, for mashed potatoes in instant pot, I only set the timer for only 6 minutes so they are soft enough to mash.
Now if you want your potatoes a bit firmer for a chunkier mashed potatoes I would set the timer for only 4 minutes. Cook time could vary.
Either way you are going to have amazing potatoes.

Can you leave the Skin on the Potatoes?

It depends on the potatoes you use. If I am using russet potatoes, I remove the skin but if I use red potatoes, I leave the skin on.

How to Store Leftover Mashed Potatoes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days in the refrigerator. Reheat the leftovers in the microwave or on the stovetop over low heat.

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Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes

4.97 from 59 votes
Looking for electric pressure cooker recipes? This instant pot mashed potatoes recipe is the best. Pressure cooker mashed potatoes is the only way to go.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 11 minutes
Servings 6
Cuisine American
Course Side Dish
Calories 156

Ingredients

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Instructions

  • Peel and Cut your potatoes into chunks.
  • Place in the pressure cooker or Instant pot. Add 1 cup of water.
  • Place the lid on top and make sure your nob is set to sealing.
  • Then click the manual button and turn it to 6 minutes.
  • Walk away and wait until it beeps.
  • Do the quick release to relieve the pressure.
  • Add the butter, milk, salt and pepper.
  • Mix well with an electric hand mixer right in the instant pot or mash with a hand masher.
  • Serve and enjoy!

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Recipe Notes

If you want your potatoes a bit firmer for a chunkier mashed potatoes, I would set the timer for only 4 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories 156kcal, Carbohydrates 30g, Protein 7g, Fat 1g, Cholesterol 4mg, Sodium 42mg, Potassium 990mg, Fiber 5g, Sugar 2g, Vitamin A 65IU, Vitamin C 25.8mg, Calcium 114mg, Iron 7.3mg

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  1. George says:

    5 stars
    My new method for mashed potatoes. Fantastic

  2. Frances Shook says:

    I love this idea for mashed potatoes

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      Thank you so much! I hope you enjoy this recipe!

  3. Melissa says:

    This recipe looks so easy! Potatoes are a staple for my large family! We cook them a lot and make them stretch for more meals! Thanks for sharing!!

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      Yes, we do the same for my large family Melissa. Potatoes are a great affordable way to feed a large family on a budget!

  4. Deanna Trujillo says:

    5 stars
    What a great recipe to try! My son loves mashed potatoes, and this looks like a simple recipe to use. Thank you for all the great and simple recipes for families on the go.

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      Thank you so much for sharing Deanna and thank you for the positive review!

  5. Ruby White says:

    I canโ€™t wait to try this. I love mashed potatoes. Iโ€™m making it this weekend.
    Thank you for all of your recipes. I l always love them.

  6. Kimberly says:

    I love how quick these are made!

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      I do too! I love this easy way to make homemade mashed potatoes!

  7. Mandy says:

    5 stars
    These are so good and easy to make!

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      Yes! Definitely! Thank you so much for sharing and for the positive review!

  8. Vickie says:

    These potatoes are the bomb! I have these with Pot Roast, gravy and fresh green beans. My family loves potatoes. Thank you for sharing……

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      Yum! That sounds like an amazing meal! Thank you so much for sharing!

  9. Andrea Tardif says:

    This recipe looks quick and easy to travel if you need to bring a side to any event. Thank you for sharing. I will be sure to try at my next event!

  10. Deborah Thebault says:

    This recipe is amazing truly the best mashed potatoes.

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      Yes, I agree! They are truly very delicious and simple to make!

  11. Lynn Steffen says:

    Iโ€™ve made these before and they are easy quick and delicious. Thank you for this recipe. I look forward to many more

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      Thank you so much Lynn!

  12. Sheila Ramsden says:

    I love making mashed potatoes in the Instant pot, so easy so good!

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      Yes! I agree Sheila! They are perfect every time.

  13. Connie gereffi says:

    Looks easy!

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      It truly is very easy.

  14. Lyn says:

    5 stars
    Love these mashed potatoes.

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      Thank you so much Lyn!

  15. Chyna says:

    So simple! I am definitely trying this method.

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      Yes! It’s the only way I make mashed potatoes now!

  16. Duffy Hawes says:

    5 stars
    Mashed potatoes was the first thing in cooked in my very first Instant Pot back in 2014. Theyโ€™re always perfect, and Iโ€™ve found that your ratio of butter to milk (I always use whole milk) is ideal.

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      I’m so glad to hear that Duffy! Thank you so sharing and thank you for the positive review!

  17. Lucy says:

    5 stars
    So easy to make!

  18. Ruth says:

    I don’t have an instant pot but my daughter makes her mashed potatoes in her instant pot frequently. It does look like an easy way to make them.

  19. Valerie Davis says:

    I will certainly be trying these! I never thought about using an instant pot

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      It’s a game changer Valerie! I hope you try them out and let us know what you think!

  20. Nancy says:

    Yum! These sound easy and delicious!

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      They definitely are!

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