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CROCKPOT GARLIC MASHED POTATOES

Sana Umer
These Crockpot Garlic Mashed Potatoes are rich, buttery, and full of roasted garlic flavour. Perfect for freeing up stove space during holidays, this no-boil method makes creamy mashed potatoes with minimal effort.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 8 people
Calories 310 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 5 lbs russet or Yukon gold potatoes peeled and cut into chunks
  • 5 –6 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
  • ½ cup unsalted butter cubed
  • 1 cup sour cream or cream cheese
  • ½ –1 cup whole milk or heavy cream warm
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Chopped chives optional, for garnish

Instructions
 

Load the Crockpot:

  • Add potatoes, minced garlic, broth, and butter to the slow cooker. Cover and cook on high for 4 hours or low for 6–7 hours, until potatoes are very tender.

Mash the Potatoes:

  • Once tender, mash directly in the crockpot using a potato masher or hand mixer until smooth.

Stir in Creaminess:

  • Add sour cream and gradually stir in warm milk until desired consistency is reached. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Keep Warm & Serve:

  • Switch slow cooker to warm setting until ready to serve. Garnish with chives if desired.

Notes

  • For extra garlic flavour: Roast the garlic first or use garlic paste.
  • Dairy-free option: Use vegan butter, almond milk, and coconut yoghurt.
Keyword crockpot sides, garlic mashed potatoes, holiday mashed potatoes, slow cooker mashed potatoes