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Ultra-creamy triple cream Irish mashed potatoes in a rustic ceramic bowl with a pat of melting butter and black pepper, styled on a farmhouse wooden table.

Triple Cream Irish Mashed Potatoes 🥔🧈

These Triple Cream Irish Mashed Potatoes are rich, ultra-creamy, and full of classic comfort food flavor. Made with fluffy russet potatoes, butter, cream cheese, sour cream, and heavy cream, this indulgent mashed potato recipe delivers a smooth, velvety texture with every bite. Lightly seasoned with garlic powder, black pepper, and Creole seasoning, these mashed potatoes are easy to prepare and perfect for St. Patrick’s Day, holiday dinners, or any family meal. This creamy Irish mashed potatoes recipe pairs beautifully with corned beef, roast chicken, ham, or gravy-based dishes and reheats well for make-ahead meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American, Irish
Servings 8
Calories 410 kcal

Equipment

  • 8 qt stock pot
  • Vegetable Peeler
  • sharp knife and cutting board
  • Colander
  • Hand mixer
  • measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients
  

  • 5 large russet potatoes peeled and diced
  • Water enough to cover potatoes by at least 3 inches
  • 2 tablespoons salt for boiling water

Creamy Base:

  • 1 stick butter
  • 8 oz cream cheese
  • 8 oz sour cream
  • 8 oz heavy cream

Seasonings (to taste):

  • Salt
  • Black pepper
  • Garlic powder
  • Tony Chachere’s or your favorite Creole seasoning

Instructions
 

  • Add the diced potatoes to an 8-quart pot. Cover with water by at least 3 inches and stir in 2 tablespoons of salt. Bring to a boil and cook until the potatoes are fork-tender.
  • Drain well and set aside.
  • Using the same pot, add: butter, cream cheese, sour cream, heavy cream, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Creole seasoning.
  • Cook over medium-low heat, stirring frequently, until the butter and cream cheese are fully melted and everything is smooth and well combined.
  • Add the drained potatoes back into the pot with the creamy mixture.
  • Use a hand mixer to beat the potatoes until smooth, fluffy, and fully creamed. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  • Serve hot with an extra pat of butter on top if desired. These mashed potatoes are rich, indulgent, and perfect straight from the pot.

Notes

Nutritional values provided are estimates only and are calculated based on general nutritional data for the listed ingredients. Actual values may vary depending on the specific brands, measurements, and preparation methods used. For precise dietary information, please consult a registered 
dietitian or use a verified nutrition calculator with the exact ingredients you use.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 410kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 6gFat: 29gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 620mgPotassium: 620mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 820IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 95mgIron: 1.6mg
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