Give your mashed potatoes an upgrade with this collection of unique mashed potato recipes! If you’re looking for new recipes to level up your side dish game, we’ve got you covered!
It’s no secret that mashed potatoes are one of the most popular comfort foods.
But these recipes prove that there are more ways to whip them up than with just milk and butter.
Unique Mashed Potato Recipes
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Baked Mashed Potatoes
After boiling, Yukon gold potatoes are whipped with an electric hand mixer and then transferred to a casserole dish where they are baked with cheddar cheese and bacon for an indulgent side dish that's perfect for any occasion from a family meal to Thanksgiving dinner.
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2
Bite on the Side
Wholegrain Mustard Mashed Potatoes
When you think of mustard, you might picture hot dogs, soft pretzels, or even deviled eggs. Most likely, mashed potatoes weren't even on your radar. This recipe offers a tangy twist, adding wholegrain mustard to the mix for a simple dish with great flavor.
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3
Simple and Fraiche
Mashed Potatoes With Cottage Cheese
Cottage cheese seems to be having a moment lately, with recipes using it flooding social media. This recipe is no exception, adding whipped cottage cheese to give these mashed potatoes a boost of protein and extra creaminess.
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4
Simple and Fraiche
Truffle Mashed Potatoes
This recipe uses one of my personal favorite ingredients that's a game changer when it comes to adding flavor – truffle oil! Just a little bit is all you need to give these creamy potatoes an irresistible flavor boost, making them perfect for special occasions.
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5
Retro Recipe Box
Slow Cooker Sour Cream and Onion Mashed Potatoes
When it comes to Crockpot vs. Instant Pot, my personal preference is the slow cooker, hands down. This recipe uses sweet onion, green onions, onion powder, and chives for the perfect onion-y flavor and sour cream instead of milk to create a delightfully creamy texture. If you're a fan of sour cream and onion potato chips, this one's for you!
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6
The Forked Spoon
Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Roasted garlic is a great way to add flavor and a creamy texture to mashed potatoes This recipe uses an entire bulb, but doesn't stop there! Unsalted butter, sour cream, and heavy cream take these potatoes over the top, creating the ultimate comfort food side dish.
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7
The Forked Spoon
Boursin Mashed Potatoes
Boursin may be one of your favorite spreads to serve at parties, but this homemade mashed potatoes recipe incorporates the whole wheel into it for big flavor and an ultra creamy texture. It's the perfect side dish for family dinners or holiday meals.
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8
Ooh La La it’s Vegan
Dairy-Free Mashed Potatoes
If you can't have dairy or have lactose-intolerant guests, this vegan version is a great option. It's an easy recipe that uses plant-based butter and reserved cooking water to create perfectly fluffy mashed potatoes that even dairy eaters will devour!
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9
Heavenly Spiced
Rosemary Garlic Mashed Potatoes
It's no secret that fresh herbs pack a punch when it comes to flavor. This recipe steeps fresh rosemary, as well as a whole bulb of garlic, yellow onion, dried thyme, and ground nutmeg into heavy cream as it simmers. After a trip through the potato ricer, the potatoes are combined with butter and the infused cream.
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10
Hanaa Box
High Protein Mashed Potatoes
Traditional mashed potatoes get a protein-packed makeover in this recipe. Thanks to a combination of white beans and Greek yogurt, the recipe card boasts over 14 grams of protein per serving. If you need to eat more protein, this can be your go-to recipe for mashed potatoes.
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11
Living Chirpy
Carrot Mashed Potatoes
In this recipe, carrots are boiled and mashed along with the potatoes for a colorful twist. The orange hue makes them perfect for your Thanksgiving table or holiday meal.
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12
Living Chirpy
Green Bean Smashed Potatoes
This creative recipe incorporates green beans and slightly caramelized onion into mashed potatoes. For best results, use a potato masher to combine everything, leaving some texture if you'd like.
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13
Nutmeg and Vinegar
Almond Milk Mashed Potatoes
To create a non-dairy option, this recipe uses a combination of almond milk and olive oil. And not only is it dairy-free, it's also vegan friendly.
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14
Cheerful Cook
Cheesy Mashed Potatoes
This one's for all the cheese lovers out there! Both Parmesan and cheddar cheese are mixed into the mashed potatoes, and then more is added on top and baked until perfectly melty.
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15
GypsyPlate
Goat Cheese Mashed Potatoes
Goat cheese adds both sharp flavor and creaminess to these mashed potatoes. Feel free to use russet potatoes, Idaho potatoes, Yukon gold potatoes, or a mix.
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