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The Best Creamiest Baked Mashed Potatoes

The Best Creamiest Baked Mashed Potatoes You'll Love

Experience the ultimate comfort with The Best Creamiest Baked Mashed Potatoes, a perfect side dish for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Potatoes
  • 2 lbs Russet Potatoes Medium-sized cubes for best results
For Creaminess
  • 8 tbsp Salted Butter (melted) Use 2 tbsp cold butter for topping
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Let soften for easier mixing
  • 1 cup Half and Half Adjust for desired richness
For Seasoning
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Pepper Adjust to taste
For Garnish
  • 1 tbsp Chives Optional, for garnish

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • mixing bowl
  • hand mixer
  • 9x13-inch Baking Dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and set up a large pot of salted water on the stove.
  2. Peel and cube the russet potatoes into uniform pieces, about 1–2 inches each.
  3. Rinse the potatoes under cold water, then cook in boiling salted water for 10–15 minutes until fork-tender.
  4. Drain the potatoes in a colander and return them to the pot on low heat for 3 minutes to evaporate excess moisture.
  5. Transfer to a mixing bowl and mash with a hand mixer until mostly smooth, leaving some lumps for charm.
  6. Gradually mix in warm melted butter, cream cheese, salt, and half and half until creamy.
  7. Spoon into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish and dot with cold butter.
  8. Bake for 45 minutes or until the top is golden brown and crispy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Make ahead and refrigerate the mashed potatoes overnight for deeper flavors.

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