Creamy Mashed Potatoes with Garlic Butter

There’s something magical about a bowl of mashed potatoes — soft, buttery, and impossibly comforting. These Creamy Mashed Potatoes with Garlic Butter are everything a cozy holiday table deserves: fluffy, rich, and filled with warmth. Whether they’re the star of Thanksgiving dinner or nestled beside Sunday roast, they promise that familiar taste of home — the kind that brings everyone back for seconds.

Creamy Mashed Potatoes with Garlic Butter

Fluffy, buttery mashed potatoes infused with golden garlic and cream — the ultimate comfort side dish for holidays and cozy dinners.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Course Dinner, Side Dish

Cuisine American Comfort

Servings 4

Equipment

• Large pot
• Potato masher or ricer
• Small saucepan
• Wooden spoon or whisk

Ingredients

  

• 2 pounds Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes peeled and quartered
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter plus more for serving
• ½ cup whole milk warm
• ¼ cup heavy cream
• 3 cloves garlic minced
• ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley optional for garnish

Instructions

 

Boil the potatoes:

• Place peeled and quartered potatoes in a large pot, cover with cold salted water, and bring to a boil. Cook until fork-tender (about 15–20 minutes).

Infuse the garlic butter:

• While the potatoes cook, melt butter in a small pan over low heat. Add minced garlic and sauté gently for 1–2 minutes until fragrant (do not brown). Stir in warm milk and cream; keep on low heat.

Mash to perfection:

• Drain the potatoes and return them to the warm pot. Mash lightly to release steam. Pour in the garlic butter mixture gradually, mashing until smooth and creamy.

Season and serve:

• Add salt and pepper to taste. Transfer to a serving bowl, swirl with a little extra butter, and garnish with parsley if desired. Serve warm.

Notes

💡 Use warm milk and butter to keep the potatoes creamy and prevent gumminess.

🧊 Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days; reheat with a splash of milk to restore texture.

Keyword creamy mashed potatoes

💡 Tips & Variations

• For a richer flavor, stir in sour cream or cream cheese.
• Use roasted garlic instead of fresh for a milder, nutty taste.
• Add a sprinkle of Parmesan for a cheesy twist.

🍽️ Serving Suggestions

Perfect with roast turkey, baked salmon, or creamy mushroom gravy.
Serve in a rustic ceramic bowl with melted butter pooled on top for that holiday charm.

🧊 Storage & Reheating

Keep leftovers refrigerated in a sealed container up to 4 days. Reheat gently on the stove or microwave with a splash of milk to keep them silky smooth.

💬 Comfort is often found in the simplest bowl — and the simplest bowl is often mashed potatoes.
— From The Recipe Host: Where flavor feels like home.