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Make the day before creamy mashed potatoes. Delicious side dish for Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas!
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4.67 from 3 votes

Creamy Mashed Potatoes

Seriously the creamiest and most amazing mashed potatoes ever!
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Total Time1 hour 15 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories:

Ingredients

  • 6 medium or large potatoes russet
  • 8 oz cream cheese room temperature
  • 1 C sour cream
  • ½ C unsalted butter room temperature
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • 2 teaspoon salt more to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper more to taste
  • ½ C sliced green onions
  • paprika to sprinkle on top (optional)

Instructions

  • Cut potatoes into quarters or smaller. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add potatoes and cook until tender but still firm, about 15 minutes; drain.
  • Mash potatoes using a potato masher or electric beater. 
  • Add the rest of the ingredients and mix until no lumps remain. Place in buttered 1 ½ quart casserole dish. Sprinkle with paprika (if desired). Cover and refrigerate overnight or until cooking time. 
  • When ready to bake, heat oven to 350°F. Let potatoes rest at room temperature for 15 minutes. Uncover and bake for 35-40 minutes or until hot through.

Notes

These are the best potatoes to make ahead of time! Perfect for Thanksgiving, Easter or any gathering!

Nutrition

Serving: 0g | Carbohydrates: 0g | Protein: 0g | Fat: 0g | Saturated Fat: 0g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 0mg | Potassium: 0mg | Fiber: 0g | Sugar: 0g | Vitamin A: 0IU | Vitamin C: 0mg | Calcium: 0mg | Iron: 0mg