Easy Slow Cooker Creamy Mashed Potatoes

Name: Easy Slow Cooker Creamy Mashed Potatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 4 h
Total time: 4 h 15 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 5 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks; 1 cup water; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1 cup unsalted butter, divided; 1 cup whole milk, warmed; 8 ounces cream cheese, softened; Salt and black pepper to taste; Optional: chopped fresh chives or crispy bacon for serving

Free up your stove with these rich and velvety slow cooker mashed potatoes that are perfect for any holiday feast.

By Enzo81 Kitchen· American· October 23, 2026

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Prep

15 minutes

Cook

4 hours

Total

4 hours 15 minutes

Serves

When the kitchen gets busy during holidays, it can feel impossible to find space on the stovetop. This slow cooker method is a lifesaver because it cooks the potatoes until they are perfectly tender without needing constant attention.

I love how the cream cheese adds a special tang and richness that you just cannot get with butter alone. Feel free to mash these until they are completely smooth or keep them a bit chunky depending on how your family likes them.

Ingredients

5 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
1 cup water
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup unsalted butter, divided
1 cup whole milk, warmed
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
Salt and black pepper to taste
Optional: chopped fresh chives or crispy bacon for serving

7Instructions

1
Place the potato chunks into your slow cooker along with the water and minced garlic.
2
Cut half of the butter into small pieces and scatter them over the potatoes.
3
Cover and cook on high for 3 to 4 hours or on low for 6 to 7 hours until the potatoes are very tender when pierced with a fork.
4
Drain any excess water from the slow cooker.
5
Add the softened cream cheese, the remaining half cup of butter, and the warm milk to the pot.
6
Use a potato masher to blend everything together until the potatoes reach your desired consistency.
7
Season generously with salt and pepper, then top with chives or bacon if you like.

Tips

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. You can easily reheat them on the stove with a tiny splash of milk to bring back that creamy texture. If you want to impress your guests, try topping the finished bowl with a sprinkle of shredded cheddar cheese.

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