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    Allianna's Kitchen » Recipes » Fall

    Published: Oct 7, 2020 · Modified: Sep 3, 2024 by Allianna Moximchalk · This post may contain affiliate links · 5 Comments

    Gluten Free Mashed Potatoes

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    These creamy, soft and delicious Gluten Free Mashed Potatoes are perfect for Thanksgiving or really any meal! The creamy coconut cream combined with the ghee, fresh garlic and chives is to die for. This paleo mashed potato recipe can prepped within 30 minutes and is a great side dish for the whole family. 

    Mashed potatoes in a bowl with gravy, fresh herbs and red pepper flakes on top.

    While mashed potatoes are a staple during the holiday season, they are a staple in our house all year round. This gluten free side dish goes so well with just about anything-casseroles, bbq, roasts and so much more! My personal favorite is to make this dish for our Thanksgiving Dinner with my Whole30 Cranberry Sauce, Boneless Turkey Breast, Dairy and Gluten-Free Gravy, Gluten Free Pumpkin Cookies, Butternut Squash in Air Fryer, Dairy Free Green Bean Casserole, and Gluten Free Pumpkin Bread.  This recipe is also a perfect addition to my Steak Date Night Dinner recipe or really any easy weeknight meal.

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    • Why This Recipe Works
    • Simple Ingredients
    • Recipe Substitutions and Variations
    • How To Make
    • Alternative Cooking Methods
    • Recipe Tips and Tricks
    • Recipe FAQ’s
    • Storing And Reheating
    • Other Gluten Free Side Dish Recipes
    • Are you interested in a list of my go to healthy alternatives?
    • Gluten Free Mashed Potatoes

    Why This Recipe Works

    • These mashed potatoes are full of flavor and oh so creamy!
    • While this recipe is naturally dairy free, no one even can tell by the taste! It is still so creamy and smooth despite not containing any milk. It is also naturally gluten free, nut free, egg free, paleo and Whole30 friendly. This recipe can be made vegan too!
    • If you are using this potatoes recipe for a holiday meal, you can make this recipe in advance! All you would need to do is reheat!
    • This recipe takes less than 30 minutes to make.
    • Although mashed potatoes are a staple for Thanksgiving, they can be enjoyed all year round! I love pairing this recipe with my Keto Stuffed Cabbage and Gluten-Free Meatloaf.  
    • If you would prefer for someone to make these mashed potatoes for you, check out my meal delivery service here in Pittsburgh. This recipe is a staple in our menu rotations. 

    Simple Ingredients

    Mashed potatoes ingredients laid out on the counter in small bowls.
    • Russet potatoes-While any types of potatoes will work, I prefer russet. Yukon potatoes or yukon golds will also work. I like leaving the skin on too, especially if you are making many pounds of potatoes leaving the skin on will make your like easier, however if you want to remove the skin you can. I prefer to cut the potatoes into large chunks instead of small pieces so they absorb less water.
    • Garlic powder, sea salt, black pepper– This adds flavor to the mashed potatoes. 
    • Warm butter-This gives this recipe that buttery flavor that traditional mashed potatoes have.
    • Heavy cream-To give this recipe a creamy texture.
    • Fresh herbs-I love sprinkling fresh parsley or chives on top of my mashed potatoes.

    See the recipe card below with a full list of ingredients and measurements.

    Recipe Substitutions and Variations

    • Fresh potatoes-While yukon gold potatoes are my favorite, any kind of potato will work.You can even use sweet potatoes and make this into my Vegan Sweet Potato Mash. 
    • Dairy-free milk-I typically do not drink dairy due to a dairy sensitivity, in this recipe I typically use coconut milk. You can also use soy milk, almond milk or oat milk.
    • Vegan butter-Since I am dairy free, I like substituting the vegan butter for something else. Any kind of dairy-free butter will work too! I sometimes use ghee too since all the milk proteins are removed. I have Homemade Ghee recipe on my blog! It is more economical than store bought. 

    This recipe has not been tested with any other substitutions or variations. If you try something else out please let me know how it turns out in the comments below!

    How To Make

    Cubed potatoes in a large pot of water.
    Step #1: Place the potatoes in a large pot of water, cover the potatoes with cold water so that the water sits at least one inch above the potatoes. Add in a pinch of salt and bring to a boil on high heat. 
    Potatoes, coconut cream, ghee, salt and garlic powder in a bowl.
    Step #2: Reduce the heat to medium-high and simmer for 10-15 minutes until the potatoes are tender and you can easily break with a fork. Drain your potatoes and pat them dry. Put the potatoes back in a dry pot and turn it on medium heat to get the extra steam/ water out of the potatoes. 
    Then, mash the potatoes with a potato masher or put them in your kitchen aid mixer. Add in the seasonings, milk and butter. Stop mixing once everything is well combined. 

    Alternative Cooking Methods

    • You can also roast potatoes for mashed potatoes! This is a great alternative if you are cooking in bulk. When we batch make this recipe for my meal prep kitchen we cook them in the oven vs. the stove top because it is so much quicker!
      • For the oven-dice up your potatoes into 1 inch pieces. Then lay on a sheet pan with oil and seasonings. Bake at 400 degrees F for 20-30 minutes or until the potatoes are tender. Once this is done, follow the remaining instructions.

    Recipe Tips and Tricks

    • Tip #1: Do not over mix the creamy mashed potatoes or they will become grainy. 
    • Tip #2: Make sure you pat try your potatoes before you steam them! This helps prevent them from being watery.

    Recipe FAQ’s

    Can I leave the skin on the potatoes in mashed potatoes?

    You can leave the skin on the potatoes. The skin contains a lot of nutrients and has a lot of flavor so I like to leave it.

    How can I make chunky mashed potatoes?

    If you like your mashed potatoes thicker and chunkier, you will want to mix them less.

    Can you reheat frozen mashed potatoes?

    I do not suggest it! Frozen and thawed mashed potatoes have a grainy texture.

    Are potatoes gluten free?

    Yes! Potatoes are gluten free!

    Is there gluten in butter?

    Butter is completely gluten free as long as you buy pure butter!

    Storing And Reheating

    • You can store the potatoes in an air tight container for up to 5 days. I prefer glass containers.
    • When reheating the potatoes you have two options:
      • Stovetop-Add a little bit of dairy free milk to prevent the potatoes from drying out.
      • Oven-Smooth out the potatoes into a smooth layer and bake at 350 degrees F until warm throughout.
    Mashed potatoes in a bowl with gravy, fresh herbs and red pepper flakes on top.

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    Close up photo of mashed potatoes in a bowl with gravy, parsley and red pepper flakes on top.

    Gluten Free Mashed Potatoes

    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine American
    Prep Time 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 20 minutes minutes
    Total Time 30 minutes minutes
    Servings 6 servings
    Author Allianna Moximchalk
    295kcal
    Cost $4
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    Equipment

    • Hand mixer
    • Large mixing bowl
    • Large pot to boil the potatoes
    • Potato masher or meat tenderizer will work!

    Ingredients

    • 3 pounds Russet potatoes Washed and cubed into 1 inch cubes.
    • 1 cup Coconut cream Or milk/ almond milk is ok.
    • 5 tbsp Butter If you are vegan, you can sub vegan butter or ghee.
    • 1 pinch Sea salt
    • 6 cloves Garlic, minced

    To garnish:

    • 1/2 cup fresh parsley
    • 1 tsp freshly cracked pepper

    Instructions

    • Wash all potatoes and dice them into fourths. Place the diced up potatoes in a large pot and bring to a boil. Boil for 20 minutes. Once the potatoes are soft, drain the water in a colander and place the potatoes in a bowl. Using your potato masher (a meat tenderizer will also work) mash up the potatoes. I like to leave the skin on. The skin contains a ton of nutrients! Add in the melted ghee ( you can melt it in the microwave or over the stovetop), garlic, sea salt, pepper, and dairy free milk/ cream of your choice and blend with the handheld food processor until a mashed potato like consistency forms. OPTIONAL: garnish with fresh herbs like parsley on top.
    • If you enjoyed this recipe it would mean the world to me if you rated it and left a comment below. It helps others find it on google.

    Notes

    Servings: This recipe yields approximately 6 servings.
    Nutrition: The nutrition on this recipe is just an estimate and cannot be guaranteed. 
    Storage: You can store this recipe in the fridge for up to 5 days. I would suggest adding a little bit dairy free milk when reheating to ensure the potatoes are moist when reheated. 
     
    Creamy garlic mashed potatoes that can be paired with any meal.
    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 295kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 17g | Cholesterol: 32mg | Sodium: 32mg | Potassium: 653mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 421IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 2mg
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    Comments

    1. Andrea says

      November 14, 2022 at 3:53 pm

      5 stars
      These potatoes are a household favorite! They are so creamy and full of flavor!

      Reply
    2. Lori says

      March 31, 2022 at 10:43 pm

      5 stars
      SO good! Turn out so creamy

      Reply
      • Allianna Moximchalk says

        March 31, 2022 at 11:02 pm

        Its the perfect side! So glad you enjoyed

        Reply
    3. Doreen says

      October 14, 2020 at 5:56 pm

      5 stars
      These potatoes are amazing!!! I used almond milk as a substitute.. will definitely be making these again!!

      Reply
      • allianna says

        October 14, 2020 at 7:17 pm

        They are my favorite! I am glad you enjoyed them as much as I did. Thanks for cooking with me!

        Reply
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