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Garlic butter mashed potatoes – creamy finished potatoes topped with parsley

Garlic Butter Mashed Potatoes – The Creamiest Holiday Side

These garlic butter mashed potatoes are incredibly creamy, smooth, and full of flavor. Made with roasted garlic, warm milk, and melted butter, they’re the perfect comforting side dish for any holiday meal.
Pin Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 260
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 kg 2.2 lb potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 80 g ⅓ cup butter, melted
  • 150 ml ⅔ cup warm milk
  • 4 garlic cloves roasted or minced
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • Fresh chives for garnish optional

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Potato masher or mixer
  • Colander
  • Saucepan
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Step 1 – Prep the Potatoes: Peel and cube the potatoes into even pieces to ensure they cook uniformly.
    Garlic butter mashed potatoes preparation – peeled and cubed potatoes ready for cooking
  2. Step 2 – Boil Until Tender: Place the potatoes in a large pot, cover with cold water, salt generously, and boil for 15–20 minutes until fork-tender.
    Garlic butter mashed potatoes preparation – peeled and cubed potatoes ready for cooking
  3. Step 3 – Drain & Dry: Drain the potatoes well and return them to the hot pot for 1 minute to evaporate excess moisture.
  4. Step 4 – Mash the Potatoes: Mash using a potato masher or mixer until smooth but still fluffy.
  5. Step 5 – Add Garlic & Butter: Stir in melted butter, warm milk, and roasted or minced garlic. Mix until creamy.
    Garlic butter mashed potatoes preparation – melted butter mixing into the mashed potatoes
  6. Step 6 – Serve: Season with salt and pepper, top with extra butter and chives if desired, and serve warm.
    Garlic butter mashed potatoes – creamy finished potatoes topped with parsley

Notes

  • Use Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes for the creamiest result.
  • Warm milk helps prevent the mash from becoming gummy.
  • Roasted garlic adds a sweet, deep flavor; raw garlic makes it more intense.
  • Mix gently to avoid overworking the potatoes.