Make Ahead Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Creamy, flavorful, and incredibly convenient, these Make Ahead Garlic Mashed Potatoes are the perfect side dish for busy holiday meals or family dinners. Made with fluffy russet potatoes, roasted garlic, velvety cream cheese, and a rich blend of heavy cream and butter, this recipe guarantees indulgent, melt-in-your-mouth results every time. The beauty of this dish is in its flexibility—prepare it up to two days in advance and simply bake before serving, freeing up time for last-minute meal prep. Garnished with fresh chives for a pop of color (optional), this dish is sure to impress your guests. Whether you're hosting Thanksgiving or Sunday dinner, these baked garlic mashed potatoes deliver comfort and convenience in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 pounds Russet potatoes
• 6 whole Garlic cloves
• 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 4 ounces Cream cheese
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 0.5 cup Milk
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Chopped chives (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Peel and cube the potatoes into roughly 2-inch pieces. Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover them with cold water.

Step 2

Peel the garlic cloves and add them whole to the pot with the potatoes.

Step 3

Bring the pot to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.

Step 4

Drain the potatoes and garlic in a colander, then return them to the pot to allow excess moisture to evaporate for 1-2 minutes.

Step 5

In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Stir in the heavy cream and milk, warming gently until combined but not boiling.

Step 6

Using a potato masher or hand mixer, mash the potatoes and garlic together in the pot until smooth.

Step 7

Add the melted butter mixture, cream cheese, salt, and black pepper to the mashed potatoes. Stir until everything is incorporated and creamy. Adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 8

Transfer the mashed potatoes to a greased 9x13-inch casserole dish, spreading them evenly.

Step 9

Cover the dish with aluminum foil and refrigerate for up to 2 days if making ahead.

Step 10

When ready to serve, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the covered mashed potatoes for 25-30 minutes, or until heated through. Remove the foil and broil for an additional 3-5 minutes to lightly brown the top, if desired.

Step 11

Garnish with chopped chives, if using, before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1954.3 grams (1954.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3225

Total Fat 193.70g	248%
Saturated Fat 114.40g	572%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.80g
Cholesterol 552mg	184%
Sodium 5407mg	235%
Total Carbohydrate 317.90g	116%
Dietary Fiber 24.60g	88%
Total Sugars 26.00g
Protein 52.40g	105%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 521mg	40%
Iron 17mg	92%
Potassium 8069mg	172%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.1%

Protein: 6.5%

Carbs: 39.4%