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Cheesy Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes

September 9, 2019 (Last Updated: December 27, 2019) by Chris Collins

This Roasted Garlic Mashed Potato is loaded with Butter, Cream and Cheese, then baked in the oven until ultra crisp on top and gooey underneath.

overhead shot of spoon scooping into mashed potato

Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes

We’ll get to the cheesy part in just a sec, but firstly let’s talk about roasted garlic.

If you’ve been a reader of mine for a while, you’ll have realised I’m obsessed with roasting garlic. Roasting garlic really changes both the texture and flavour of the garlic into something sweet and caramelized. Turns out it goes pretty nicely in mashed potatoes.

For a more comprehensive tutorial on how to roast garlic (it’s so easy, promise) check out my Oven Roasted Garlic. But for now – 

How to roast garlic (quick summary)

  1. Slice the tip off your garlic bulb to expose the cloves.
  2. Drizzle with olive oil.
  3. Wrap in foil and bake until golden and caramelized.

Should look a little something like this:

Closeup of roasted garlic fresh out the oven

Cheesy Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes

I mean mashed potato with roasted garlic is great, but let’s take things to the next level shall we?

Cheesy mashed potato brings me right back to my childhood (and has stayed with me through adulthood, clearly). You can’t beat it! The perfect side dish for just about anything.

How to make Cheesy Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes (quick summary)

  1. Boil your potatoes until fork tender.
  2. Mash in butter and roasted garlic.
  3. Stir in cheese, cream and seasoning.
Top Tip #1 – Use a nice strong cheddar! Stay away from milder cheeses, they won’t pack the punch a sharp cheddar does.

How to make cheesy roasted garlic mashed potatoes - 3 step by step photos

Baked Mashed Potatoes

From there, honestly? It’s already gonna taste great. But if I’m making mashed potatoes I’ll always bake them in the oven.

I find that when you bake mashed potatoes, especially if they’re loaded with cheese and/or roasted garlic, it marries the flavours together a little more. You also get that gorgeous golden top, which is always to die for.

How to bake mashed potatoes (quick summary)

  1. Scoop mashed potatoes into a suitably sized baking dish.
  2. Top with melted butter (or extra cheese!).
  3. Bake until golden and bubbly.
Top Tip #2 – Baking will loosen the mashed potatoes quite considerably. Let them sit for 5 mins to restore shape and you’ll be good to go.

overhead shot of cheesy mash with melted butter on top ready to go in oven

And there we have it! Cheesy garlicy mashed potatoes are yours for the taking.

Once out the oven, I love to top with finely diced fresh chives. Try to not think of these as just garnish; they actually add gorgeous flavour and marry with the roasted garlic perfectly.

Hey, whilst you’re here why not check out my other recipes?

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Alrighty, let’s tuck into this cheesy roasted garlic mashed potatoes recipe shall we?!

overhead shot of cheesy mash fresh out the oven garnished with chives in round dish

How to make Cheesy Roasted Garlic Mashed Potato (Full Recipe & Video)

overhead shot of spoon scooping into mashed potato

Cheesy Roasted Garlic Mashed Potato

This Roasted Garlic Mashed Potato is loaded with Butter, Cream and Cheese, then baked in the oven until ultra crisp on top and gooey underneath.
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Servings (click & slide): 5
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Western
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Baking: 20 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Calories per serving: 402kcal
Cost per serving: £1 / $1

Equipment:

  • Large Pot
  • Colander
  • Potato Masher
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Baking Dish
  • Chopping Board & Sharp Knife
  • Serving Spoon
  • Aluminium Foil

Ingredients (check list):

  • 2lb / 1kg White Potatoes, peeled & diced into chunks
  • 1 cup / 100g Cheddar, grated (or more if you want it EXTRA cheesy)
  • 1/2 cup / 125ml Cream, or to preference (can sub milk)
  • 2 heaped tbsp Butter
  • 1 tbsp Butter, melted to top (or more cheese!)
  • 1 small bulb of Garlic
  • Fresh Chives, to serve
  • Olive Oil, as needed
  • Salt & Black Pepper, to taste

Instructions:

  • Slice the tip off your garlic to expose the cloves. Drizzle with olive oil, wrap in foil and pop in the oven at 180c/356f for 45-60mins, or until deep golden, caramelized and sticky.
  • Meanwhile, place your potato in a pot of cold water and bring to a boil. Boil until knife tender (15mins or so) then drain and place back in the pot. Squeeze the garlic out of the cloves into the potato and add 2 tbsp butter. Mash until lump free.
  • Stir in cream and cheese, then add plenty of salt and pepper. Place in a baking dish, pour over 1 tbsp melted butter (or extra cheese) and bake in the oven at 200c/390f for 20mins or until golden and bubbling.
  • Allow to rest, then garnish with fresh chives.

Quick 1 min demo!

Notes:

a) Butter - I actually use salted butter for this recipe. There's nothing worse than bland mash potato, so if you're using unsalted butter, season, season again then season some more.
b) Roasted Garlic - For a more comprehensive guide to roasting garlic check out my How to Roast Garlic post.
c) Baking - In all honestly the mash will taste great before you bake it, but when you do bake it all the flavours just marry together a little better. It also creates a gorgeous crust and turns the potato underneath nice and bubbly. If you're feel extra cheesy then feel free to add extra cheese on top before you bake!
d) Chives - Try not to think of these a merely garnish, they actually add gorgeous flavour to the mash.
e) Resting - When the mash comes out the oven it will be slightly sloppy, but it does firm back up after resting so don't fear.

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Nutrition:

Nutrition Facts
Cheesy Roasted Garlic Mashed Potato
Amount Per Serving
Calories 402 Calories from Fat 201
% Daily Value*
Fat 22.28g34%
Saturated Fat 12.911g65%
Trans Fat 0.267g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.988g
Monounsaturated Fat 6.447g
Cholesterol 65mg22%
Sodium 206mg9%
Potassium 1049mg30%
Carbohydrates 40.83g14%
Fiber 3.9g16%
Sugar 3.56g4%
Protein 10.33g21%
Vitamin A 762IU15%
Vitamin C 24.9mg30%
Calcium 199mg20%
Iron 1.39mg8%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Nutrition is based on the absence of salt unless stated as a measurement in the ingredients. Cost is worked out based on ingredients bought from UK supermarkets, then divided by the number of servings. In both instances these values are just for guidance. Please check out my FAQ Page for more info.
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21 Comments

  • Reply
    Leigh
    March 27, 2023 at 3:42 pm

    5 stars
    This recipe was delicious. I have been trying to find a simple and flavorful mashed potato recipe for about a year now and this one is a winner. The only change I made was boiling my potatoes in 1:1 parts chicken stock/water for extra flavor. So delicious, paired it with short ribs and it was the perfect meal!!

    • Reply
      Chris Collins
      March 27, 2023 at 7:38 pm

      Ah this is awesome! Thanks so much for the review, Leigh. C.

  • Reply
    Alyssa
    June 15, 2021 at 4:15 am

    5 stars
    First time making mashed potatoes and seriously the easiest, most delicious recipe to start with! Came out scrumptious. Instead of cream, I used milk and a dollop of cream cheese, mixed it together before transferring to the baking dish and result is to die for. Topped with both melted butter and cheese before the bake and yummm. Using this recipe here on out! Thank you for this user friendly, delicious, mouth watering recipe!

    • Reply
      Chris Collins
      June 15, 2021 at 9:18 am

      This is great to read, the dollop of cream cheese sounds amazing! Thanks so much for the review! C x

  • Reply
    Kimberlee Lamendola
    November 22, 2020 at 11:04 am

    Can I use sour cream instead of the milk in this recipe?

    • Reply
      Chris Collins
      November 22, 2020 at 11:56 am

      I haven’t tried sour cream in this recipe so couldn’t promise how it’d turn out unfortunately!

  • Reply
    Katie
    October 12, 2020 at 6:04 pm

    5 stars
    Made for Thanksgiving perfect Best mashed potatoes ever

  • Reply
    Sarah
    October 11, 2020 at 7:22 pm

    Hi! I am excited to make these! One question – can you make them the night before and do the melted butter and oven the next day?

    • Reply
      Chris Collins
      October 12, 2020 at 11:11 am

      Yep! Just allow to completely cool and tightly cover in the fridge overnight. Then either bring to room temp or add 5 or so minutes to baking if straight from the fridge 🙂

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    yhajaira turner
    January 6, 2020 at 1:35 am

    Silly question but do you “grease” your baking dish prior to transferring your potatoes? First time making them and I wasn’t sure if I should or shouldn’t grease the pan.

    • Reply
      Chris Collins
      January 6, 2020 at 2:06 pm

      No question is a silly question! There will be enough fat in the mash for it not to stick, so no need for greasing 🙂

  • Reply
    Cathy
    September 9, 2019 at 2:58 pm

    5 stars
    Love love love potatoes but garlic mashed potatoes are the best! And your recipe is simple and easy! These roasted garlic mash potatoes look absolutely delicious! Making these tomorrow night for sure! Thanks!

    • Reply
      Chris Collins
      September 9, 2019 at 3:03 pm

      Enjoy!! 🙂

  • Reply
    Toni
    September 9, 2019 at 2:48 pm

    5 stars
    This was really amazing! Can’t wait to make it again!

    • Reply
      Chris Collins
      September 9, 2019 at 3:03 pm

      Glad it was enjoyed!!

  • Reply
    Cindy Gordon
    September 9, 2019 at 2:36 pm

    5 stars
    Mashed potatoes are 100% my jam! I LOVE mashed potatoes and this recipe hits the spot!

    • Reply
      Chris Collins
      September 9, 2019 at 3:03 pm

      You’re not wrong there!

  • Reply
    Kelly Anthony
    September 9, 2019 at 1:55 pm

    5 stars
    I’m a lover of all things potatoes especially when there is cheese and roasted garlic involved. I can’t wait to make these for my family.

    • Reply
      Chris Collins
      September 9, 2019 at 3:02 pm

      Hope everyone loves them! 🙂

  • Reply
    Jennifer
    September 9, 2019 at 1:55 pm

    5 stars
    First of all, I just want to eat that whole head of garlic because it looks amazing! My husband would absolutely love these mashed potatoes. I know what I am going to be making this week for him! Thanks for sharing!

    • Reply
      Chris Collins
      September 9, 2019 at 3:02 pm

      That’s awesome! Enjoy 🙂

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