Instant Pot Mashed Cauliflower - So Creamy!
This is the creamiest mashed cauliflower you will ever have thanks to the cream cheese. The instant pot makes the cauliflower super soft and it purees like a dream.
Servings: 4
Calories: 177
Ingredients
- 1 Head of Cauliflower, stem and leaves removed
- ½ Cup water
- 3 Tablespoons Butter
- 2 Ounces Cream Cheese
- Kosher salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Steam the Cauliflower
- Add the water to the Instant Pot, followed by the trivet and the head of cauliflower. Place the lid, set to sealing, and cook for 5 minutes on high pressure. Quick release after the cook time is finished and remove the lid.
Make the Mashed Cauliflower
- Remove the trivet from the pot using mitts. The cauliflower should be fall apart tender. Add the cauliflower to a food processor, followed by the butter, cream cheese, pepper, and salt. Puree until smooth.
- Serve with a pat of butter and chives if desired.
Notes
- If you want to make this without an Instant pot, steam the chopped cauliflower in a pot with 1 inch of water. When fork tender, remove from the pot and drain. Continue in step 2 above.
Nutrition
Calories: 177 | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 16g | Fiber: 3g