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A white bowl filled with fluffy Garlic Mashed Potatoes, topped with melted butter and fresh chopped chives.

Garlic Mashed Potatoes with Fluffy Texture

This recipe shows you how to make creamy, flavorful mashed potatoes using roasted garlic for a deep, sweet flavor. Roasting the garlic first softens it, allowing it to blend smoothly into the potatoes for a rich taste.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 5 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Potatoes and Garlic
  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes peeled and cubed
  • 1 head garlic
Dairy and Seasoning
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or milk for a lighter version
  • 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt for a tangy twist
  • to taste Salt and pepper
Garnish
  • to garnish Fresh chives or parsley

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Large pot
  • Aluminum foil
  • Potato masher or hand mixer

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Cut the top off the head of garlic to expose the cloves. Drizzle with a teaspoon of olive oil and wrap in aluminum foil. Roast in the preheated oven for about 30-35 minutes, until the cloves are soft and caramelized.
  3. While the garlic is roasting, place the cubed potatoes in a large pot and cover with water. Add a pinch of salt and bring to a boil. Cook for about 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
  4. Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot.
  5. Squeeze the roasted garlic cloves out of their skins into the pot with the potatoes.
  6. Add the butter, heavy cream, and sour cream (or Greek yogurt) to the potatoes.
  7. Mash everything together using a potato masher or a hand mixer until smooth and creamy.
  8. Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting the creaminess by adding more butter or cream as needed.
  9. For an extra touch, fold in some finely chopped chives or parsley.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcal

Notes

This recipe yields 4-6 servings. If you are looking for a lighter option, substitute the heavy cream with milk and use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream.

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