PrintUltra-Creamy Mashed Potatoes
Fluffy, buttery mashed potatoes perfect for holidays. Uses Yukon Gold potatoes and a ricer for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 20 min
- Total Time: 35 min
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and quartered
- 1 cup whole milk, warmed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Boil potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain potatoes and pass through a ricer into a bowl.
- Add warm milk, butter, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth.
- Adjust seasoning if needed and serve warm.
Notes
- For extra creaminess, heat milk and butter together before adding.
- Make ahead: Reheat gently with a splash of milk.
- Use a ricer for the fluffiest texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg