Description
Cheesy Baked Mashed Potatoes are the ultimate comfort food side dish, loaded with creamy mashed potatoes and topped with golden, bubbly cheese. Perfect for holidays or everyday dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds Russet Potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 6 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
- 1 cup Whole Milk, warmed
- 1/2 cup Sour Cream
- 4 ounces Cream Cheese
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 2 cups Sharp Cheddar Cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup Mozzarella Cheese, shredded
- Fresh Chives (optional), for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Place the peeled and cubed potatoes in a large pot, cover with cold salted water, and bring to a boil. Cook for 15–20 minutes until fork tender, then drain well.
- Return the potatoes to the pot and mash with butter, warmed milk, sour cream, and cream cheese until smooth.
- Mix in garlic powder, salt, pepper, and half the cheddar cheese.
- Spoon the mashed mixture into the greased baking dish and spread evenly.
- Top with the remaining cheddar and mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Optional: Broil for 2–3 minutes for a crispy, golden top.
- Garnish with fresh chives before serving.
Notes
- Warm milk and butter help keep the potatoes creamy.
- Don’t overmix the potatoes to avoid a gluey texture.
- Grate cheese fresh for better melt and flavor.
- Make ahead and refrigerate, then bake when ready to serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: cheesy mashed potatoes, baked mashed potatoes, comfort food, side dish, holiday potatoes
