Description

Crockpot Garlic Mashed Potatoes are a slow‑cooker dream come true—fluffy, creamy, and bursting with tender roasted garlic flavor—all made virtually hands‑off. Perfect for holiday tables or cozy weeknights when you crave soul‑warming comfort without fuss.

Ingredients

3 lbs russet or Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled (optional) and chopped
4–5 garlic cloves, smashed or lightly chopped
½ cup butter (1 stick), diced
1 cup whole milk or cream (plus more if needed)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Optional: ½ cup sour cream or cream cheese for extra richness
Chopped chives or parsley, for garnish

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Instructions

Place chopped potatoes and garlic in the crockpot. Add water or broth to just cover, and season with salt and pepper.
Cook on high for 3–4 hours or low for 6–7 hours, until potatoes are completely tender.
Drain liquid, leaving a bit in the pot to mash. Add butter, warmed milk or cream, and optional sour cream/cream cheese.
Mash using a potato masher or hand mixer for ultra‑fluffiness. Taste and adjust seasoning. If needed, add more milk for creamier texture.
Transfer to serving bowl or keep in crockpot on “warm.” Garnish with chives or parsley and serve hot.

Notes

You can leave skins on for a more rustic texture—just scrub well.
For dairy‑free version, swap butter for vegan butter or olive oil and use plant‑based milk.
To really enhance garlic flavor, stir in roasted garlic at the end.
Keep on “warm” setting in the crockpot until serving, stirring occasionally to prevent drying.
For richer potatoes, add an extra dollop of butter or a splash of sour cream just before serving.