Description
Crockpot mashed potatoes deliver pure comfort with zero kitchen stress. Smooth, rich potato clouds melt in your mouth, promising a side dish that elevates any meal without complicated prep.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Ingredients:
- 5 lbs (2.27 kilograms) russet or yukon gold potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) water or broth
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) warm milk
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) heavy cream (or more milk for a lighter option)
Dairy and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) unsalted butter, cubed
- 4 ounces (113 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (adjust to taste)
Garnish and Optional Ingredients:
- 3–4 garlic cloves, minced (optional)
- Fresh chives or parsley, chopped
- Extra melted butter
Instructions
- Thoroughly wash russet potatoes, ensuring all dirt and imperfections are removed, then peel the skin completely using a sharp vegetable peeler.
- Cut potatoes into uniform, medium-sized cubes to guarantee even cooking and consistent texture throughout the dish.
- Place potato cubes directly into the crockpot, creating an even layer that allows for optimal heat distribution.
- Sprinkle cream cheese pieces and cubed butter evenly across the potato surface to ensure rich, creamy melting during the cooking process.
- Sprinkle minced garlic and season generously with salt and black pepper, distributing the aromatics and seasonings uniformly across the potatoes.
- Pour chicken broth carefully around the potatoes, providing moisture and enhancing the overall flavor profile without disturbing the seasoning.
- Cover the crockpot with its lid and set the temperature to low, allowing the potatoes to slowly cook and become tender over 4-5 hours.
- Once potatoes are extremely soft and easily pierced with a fork, use a potato masher or electric mixer to break down and blend the ingredients into a smooth, creamy consistency.
- If the mashed potatoes seem dry, gradually add additional warm milk or cream while mixing until achieving the desired luxurious texture.
- Taste and adjust seasonings, adding extra salt, pepper, or butter as needed to perfect the flavor profile.
- Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving dish, garnish with chopped chives or parsley, and serve immediately while warm and incredibly creamy.
Notes
- Opt for starchy potatoes like Russet or Yukon Gold for the creamiest texture.
- Ensure uniform potato chunk sizes to guarantee even cooking throughout the slow cooker.
- Rinse cut potatoes in cold water to remove excess starch, preventing gummy mashed potatoes.
- Hold back on adding milk or cream until just before mashing to maintain optimal consistency.
- Consider leaving potato skins on for added rustic flavor and extra nutrients.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 hours (on Low) or 4 hours (on High)
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 37 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg