The Best Creamiest Baked Mashed Potatoes You’ll Ever Make
The Best Creamiest Baked Mashed Potatoes are the perfect blend of creamy, buttery goodness with a crispy top, making them the ultimate comfort food.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds potatoes
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Peel and chop the potatoes, then boil them until tender.
- Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot.
- Add milk, butter, sour cream, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to the potatoes and mash until creamy.
- Transfer the mashed potatoes to a baking dish and top with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
Notes
- For extra flavor, mix in some freshly chopped herbs like chives or parsley.
- If you want a smoother texture, use a potato ricer instead of a masher.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: baked mashed potatoes, creamy mashed potatoes, comfort food