High-Protein Mashed Potatoes (Creamy, Cozy, Holiday-Ready)
Creamy, cozy, high-protein mashed potatoes made with Yukon golds, cottage cheese, and a silky blended protein base. Fluffy, flavorful, and secretly packed with extra protein. Perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any comfort-food dinner.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs Yukon gold potatoes
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt
- 2-3 tbsp butter
- ¼ cup plain, unsweetened almond milk, or regular milk
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions
- Peel (optional), chop potatoes into chunks, and boil in salted water until fork-tender (about 12–15 minutes).
- While potatoes cook, add to a blender: cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, melted butter, garlic powder, salt. Blend until completely smooth and creamy
- Drain potatoes, return to the pot, and pour the cottage cheese mixture into the potatoes. Mash by hand or use a ricer for an extra smooth texture.
- Serve with extra melted butter, cracked pepper, and flaky salt.
Notes
- For the creamiest texture, use full-fat cottage cheese and warm your milk before adding.
- If you prefer ultra-smooth mashed potatoes, use a potato ricer instead of a masher.
- To make ahead, prepare as written and reheat with a splash of milk or broth.
- Yukon gold potatoes give the best buttery flavor, but russets also work.
- Feel free to stir in roasted garlic, Parmesan, or herbs for extra flavor.
- Keep warm in a slow cooker on “warm” for up to 3 hours before serving.
Calories: 289kcal, Carbohydrates: 42g, Protein: 12g, Fat: 8g, Saturated Fat: 5g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g, Monounsaturated Fat: 2g, Trans Fat: 0.2g, Cholesterol: 25mg, Sodium: 831mg, Potassium: 1038mg, Fiber: 5g, Sugar: 4g, Vitamin A: 253IU, Vitamin C: 45mg, Calcium: 106mg, Iron: 2mg