Creamy Instant Mashed Potatoes That Taste Homemade
Instant Mashed Potatoes are a great convenient side dish that can taste just like homemade mashed potatoes. You can heat the water in the microwave to save time. With a few simple ingredients, you can make instant mashed potatoes that everyone will think you prepared from whole potatoes.
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Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 191kcal
Ingredients
- 4 cups water
- 3 cups potato flakes, like Idahoan brand
- ½ cup butter, cut into cubes
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ cup milk, or more as needed
Directions
- In a large microwave-safe bowl, heat 4 cups of water on high power for 3–5 minutes until very hot or just beginning to boil.
- Carefully remove the hot water and add butter, allowing it to melt.
- Add potato flakes and use a hand mixer to blend for 1–2 minutes until smooth and fluffy with no dry pockets.
- Add salt and mix well.
- Add milk and mix until smooth, adding more as needed to reach your desired consistency.
Notes
- Use boxed real potato flakes, not instant mashed potato packets.
- I prefer the Idahoan brand of potato flakes.
- Black pepper, garlic salt, or other seasonings can be added if desired.
- The amount of butter and salt listed in the recipe card is a starting point. You can always add more!
- Taste the mashed potatoes after mixing and add more butter, salt, or milk if needed to reach the desired flavor and texture.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 100 g | Calories: 191 kcal | Carbohydrates: 19 g | Protein: 3 g | Fat: 12 g | Saturated Fat: 3 g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3 g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6 g | Cholesterol: 2 mg | Sodium: 460 mg | Potassium: 276 mg | Fiber: 1 g | Sugar: 1 g | Vitamin A: 535 IU | Vitamin C: 18 mg | Calcium: 33 mg | Iron: 0.3 mg
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