Creamy Brown Butter Mashed Potatoes
- Angela
- Nov 23, 2025
- 1 min read
Updated: Dec 6, 2025
A Cozy, Comforting Classic
If you want a holiday side that tastes incredible without turning you into a gourmet chef, this is it. These mashed potatoes are creamy, cozy, and full of flavor thanks to brown butter (aka: melted butter that decided to get a little tan) and fresh sage. Nothing fancy. Nothing complicated. Just really, really good potatoes.
Why Brown Butter?
Brown butter is a game changer. When you melt butter and let it cook a little longer, it becomes nutty, golden, and deeply flavorful. Add a few sage leaves, and suddenly your kitchen smells like every cozy holiday memory rolled into one.
It’s a small step that makes a big difference — and your guests will taste it.
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Angela's Recipe Tips
* Warm your milk/cream before adding so the potatoes stay fluffy.
* Add more liquid for extra-smooth, restaurant-style potatoes.
* For even richer flavor, brown an extra tablespoon of butter and drizzle on top before serving.
* To make ahead: refrigerate up to 2 days and add a splash of cream when reheating.
Notes
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Boil the Potatoes:
Place peeled, chopped potatoes in a large pot of salted water. Bring to a boil and cook until fork-tender, about 15–18 minutes.
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Drain & Mash:
Drain the potatoes well and return them to the warm pot. Mash to your preferred consistency.
3
Brown the Butter:
In a small skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Continue cooking until it turns golden brown and smells nutty, 3–5 minutes. Add sage leaves during the last minute for extra flavor.
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Combine:
Pour the brown butter (remove sage leaves if you prefer) over the mashed potatoes. Add warm milk or cream until they reach your desired level of creaminess.
5
Season:
Stir well and season generously with salt and black pepper. Taste and adjust as needed.
Instructions
3 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes
1 stick (½ cup) unsalted butter
6–8 fresh sage leaves
½–1 cup warm milk or cream
Salt to taste
Pepper to taste
Creamy Brown Butter Mashed Potatoes
Angela
A cozy, ultra-creamy mashed potato recipe flavored with golden brown butter and fresh sage. Smooth, buttery, and perfect for holidays or weeknight comfort meals. Simple ingredients, easy steps, and big flavor. This is the mashed potato recipe everyone will ask you for.
Servings :
6–8
Calories:
Prep Time
10 min
Cooking Time
20 min
Rest Time
0
Total Time
30 min
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