The Best Creamiest Baked Mashed Potatoes Recipe
Rich, creamy mashed potatoes baked to golden perfection with buttery smoothness and savory add-ins. The ultimate comfort side dish for any festive or cozy meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 pounds of Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- 1/2 cup of unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup of sour cream
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
- Optional: 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- Optional: 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
- Optional: 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh chives
- Optional: 1 teaspoon of truffle oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Peel and dice Yukon Gold potatoes evenly.
- In a large pot, cover potatoes with cold water and add a pinch of salt. Bring to boil over medium-high heat.
- Boil for 15-20 minutes or until fork-tender. Drain well.
- Return potatoes to the pot and mash with a potato masher or ricer until smooth.
- Add melted butter, heavy cream, and sour cream. Stir to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper. Fold in optional garlic, cheese, or chives, if using.
- Transfer mixture to a baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until top is golden and slightly crispy.
- Garnish with fresh chives before serving, if desired.
Notes
Use a potato ricer for extra smooth texture. Always warm cream and butter before mixing to avoid stiffening the potatoes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: baked mashed potatoes, creamy mashed potatoes, side dish, comfort food