Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes Recipe

This Instant Pot mashed potatoes recipe gives you a perfect side dish for everyday meals. They are sure to be a hit in the family!

cook TIME 30 mins
prep TIME 10 mins
total TIME 40 mins

Course: Side DishCuisine: American

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Servings: 4 servings

Calories: 194 kcal

Ingredients (10)

24 oz potatoes peeled, sliced
1 tbsp unsalted butter
1 1/2 tbsp heavy cream
0.5 oz pan-fried bacon crumbled
0.25 oz cheddar cheese grated
3 tbsp whole milk
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 tsp ground black pepper
1 tbsp scallion chopped
1 cup water

INSTRUCTIONS

Place 24 oz peeled and sliced potatoes at the bottom of the Instant Pot and cover with 1 cup water. Place the lid back on and set the valve to sealing position. Cook on the “Steam” setting for 10 minutes.

step 1 how to cook mashed potatoes in an instant pot

Quick-release the pressure by turning the valve to vent. Drain the potatoes and remove them from the Instant Pot.

Mash the potatoes with a fine mesh sieve using the back of a wooden spoon to the desired consistency.

step 3 how to cook mashed potatoes in an instant pot

Return the mashed potatoes to the Instant Pot and add 1 tbsp unsalted butter, 2 tbsp heavy cream, 1/4 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp ground black pepper, and 3 tbsp whole milk. Cover with the lid, seal the valve, and set the pot to the “Sauté” setting for 2 minutes.

step 4 how to cook mashed potatoes in an instant pot

Top with 0.5 oz bacon crumbs and 0.25 oz cheddar cheese. Spread them out evenly.

step 5 how to cook mashed potatoes in an instant pot

Turn off the Instant Pot. Garnish the mash with 1 tbsp scallion and serve.

step 6 how to cook mashed potatoes in an instant pot

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