How to Make the Best Cream Cheese Mashed Potatoes with 7 Simple Ingredients!
Fluffy, creamy, and flavorful mashed potatoes with a hint of tang from cream cheese. Perfect as a side dish for any occasion!
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 lbs Russet Potatoes Peeled and quartered
- 4 oz Cream Cheese Softened
- 0.5 cup Milk Warmed
- 0.25 cup Butter Melted
- 0.5 tsp Garlic Powder
- 0.5 tsp Salt To taste
- 0.25 tsp Black Pepper To taste
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Place potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil and cook until fork tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain potatoes well and return them to the pot.
- Add cream cheese, milk, butter, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the pot.
- Mash potatoes with a potato masher or electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg or a dollop of sour cream.