Cheesy Garlic Mashed Potato Bake
These Extra Cheesy Mashed Potatoes are just that- creamy, dreamy, fluffy and extra cheesy from a mix of sharp white cheddar and cream cheeses. A great side dish for any occasion or meal.
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If you’re a fan of classic mashed potatoes, you’re in for a treat with this elevated version! These aren’t just your average spuds—they’re loaded with layers of flavor and a richness that takes comfort food to the next level.
Imagine fluffy, creamy potatoes blended with tangy sharp cheddar, giving each bite a slight edge that balances beautifully with the other ingredients. The sour cream adds extra creaminess with a bit of a tang. It brings brightness to the mix, while cream cheese makes them irresistibly smooth, keeping everyone coming back for seconds!
More of a potato purist? Try Classic Mashed Potatoes!
These mashed potatoes are versatile enough to be a showstopper for any special occasion-whether it’s Thanksgiving, Easter, or even a cozy weeknight dinner. They pair perfectly with a Thanksgiving turkey, a glazed ham, or even a juicy pot roast.
If you find yourself with leftovers (although I doubt you will!), then you have to make Leftover Mashed Potato Croquettes. Or, little pillows of Heaven as I like to call them.
What you’ll need
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- Stand mixer , electric mixer and/or potato masher
- a large pot– This one is my favorite and I use it for everything!
- Yukon Gold Yellow Potatoes (3 pounds): These buttery yellow potatoes have a naturally creamy texture that makes them ideal for mashing. You can peel them or leave the skins on.
- Sour Cream (½ cup): This adds a cool, tangy richness
- Salted Butter (10 tablespoons): adds luxurious depth and a salty richness.
- Cream Cheese (4 ounces, room temperature): The key to a fluffy, velvety mash!
- Garlic (3 cloves, minced)
- Salt : Added to the cooking water and to season the potatoes to perfection.
- Dan-O Cheesoning (2 tablespoons, optional): This blend adds a cheesy, savory boost with a hint of herbs.
- Sharp White Cheddar Cheese (8 ounces, shredded): This cheddar packs a bold, tangy flavor that adds a sharp edge to the creamy potatoes.
- Heavy Cream or Milk (½ cup): Heavy cream offers a richer finish, while milk keeps things lighter, so you can choose based on your preference.
- Green Onions (sliced, for garnish, optional): For a pop of color and fresh, mild flavor, green onions make a great finishing touch.
Prefer the OG mashed potatoes? Find the recipe for The BEST mashed potatoes here.
How to make it
Prep the potatoes
Dice the potatoes into 1-inch cubes (peel them if you like, or leave the skins on). Place in a large pot, cover with cold water, and add 1 tablespoon of salt. Bring to a boil over high heat and cook until fork-tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and return to the pot or a mixing bowl.
Make the garlic butter
While the potatoes are cooking, melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir in the minced garlic. Cube the softened cream cheese so it’s ready to add. (If it’s not softened, microwave it for a few seconds—just remove the foil first.) Preheat the oven broiler.
Mash the potatoes
Add to the drained potatoes:
- Garlic butter
- Remaining ½ tablespoon salt
- Black pepper
- Parsley
- Onion powder
- Cream cheese
- Sour cream
- Dan-O’s Seasoning (if using)
Whip and fold
Pour in the heavy cream, then use an electric hand mixer to whip the potatoes until creamy and smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning with extra salt and pepper, if needed. Fold in half of the shredded cheddar.
Bake and broil
Transfer the potatoes into a 9×9 baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese over the top. Place under the broiler for 2–3 minutes, just until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve
Garnish with sliced green onions, if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!
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More sides
- Oven Baked Potatoes
- Roasted Red Potatoes
- Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese
- Slow Cooker Glazed Carrots
- Garlic Knots
- Green Bean Casserole
- Roasted Fall Vegetable Salad
A Different Side
These cheesy garlic mashed potatoes are creamy, flavorful, and topped with melty cheddar for the ultimate comfort side dish. Perfect for holidays, family dinners, or anytime you want to level up your mashed potatoes!
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Cheesy Garlic Mashed Potato Bake
Equipment
Ingredients
Method
- Dice the potatoes into 1-inch cubes (peel them if you like, or leave the skins on). Place in a large pot, cover with cold water, and add 1 tablespoon of salt. Bring to a boil over high heat and cook until fork-tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and return to the pot or a mixing bowl.
- Make the garlic butter: While the potatoes are cooking, melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir in the minced garlic. Cube the softened cream cheese so it’s ready to add. (If it’s not softened, microwave it for a few seconds—just remove the foil first.) Preheat the oven broiler.
- Add to the drained potatoes: Garlic butter, Remaining ½ tablespoon salt, Black pepper, Parsley, Onion powder, Cream cheese, Sour cream, Dan-O’s Seasoning (if using)
- Mash everything together with a potato masher until mostly smooth.
- Pour in the heavy cream, then use an electric hand mixer to whip the potatoes until creamy and smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning with extra salt and pepper, if needed. Fold in half of the shredded cheddar.
- Transfer the potatoes into a 9×9 baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese over the top. Place under the broiler for 2–3 minutes, just until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with sliced green onions, if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!
