Ultimate Ultra Creamy Mashed Potatoes
Indulge in the velvety decadence of Ultimate Ultra Creamy Mashed Potatoes—a side dish that redefines comfort food. Made with buttery Yukon Gold potatoes, rich heavy cream, and a luxurious touch of cream cheese, this recipe creates the most irresistibly smooth and flavorful mashed potatoes you'll ever taste. The potatoes are gently mashed to perfection and combined with a warm blend of butter, milk, and cream for a truly luscious texture. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh chives, this dish is perfect for holiday feasts, weeknight dinners, or any occasion where indulgence is key. Ready in just 40 minutes, these mashed potatoes are easy to prepare yet impressive on the plate, making them the ultimate choice for creamy potato lovers.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes
- 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 0.5 cup Whole milk
- 4 ounces Cream cheese
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh chives (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel and rinse the potatoes. Cut them into evenly sized 2-inch chunks to ensure even cooking.
Fill a large pot with water and add a generous pinch of salt. Add the potato chunks and bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat.
Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook the potatoes for 15-20 minutes or until they are fork-tender.
Drain the potatoes in a colander and let them sit for 2-3 minutes to allow excess moisture to evaporate.
While the potatoes drain, warm the butter, heavy cream, and milk in a small saucepan over low heat until heated through. Do not let it boil.
Return the potatoes to the pot or place them in a large mixing bowl. Use a potato ricer or a masher to mash the potatoes until smooth and lump-free.
Add the warm butter, cream, and milk mixture to the potatoes in small increments, stirring gently with a wooden spoon or rubber spatula to combine.
Add the cream cheese to the mixture in small pieces and stir until completely melted and incorporated.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir gently to ensure the seasoning is evenly distributed.
Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving dish and garnish with chopped fresh chives, if desired. Serve immediately while warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2899 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 195.9 g | 251% | |
| Saturated Fat | 115.2 g | 576% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 555 mg | 185% | |
| Sodium | 2947 mg | 128% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 251.9 g | 92% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.8 g | 67% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.3 g | ||
| Protein | 39.4 g | 79% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 470 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 10.7 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 6074 mg | 129% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
