Why are mashed potatoes grainy when cold?

Mintee2020-07-21T17:07:19Z

the butter or fat probably congeals and makes it seem gritty.. just warm it up again and give it a good whip with your spoon

kswck22020-07-21T11:48:09Z

You have made them incorrectly. 

denise2020-07-21T00:24:52Z

Well, they are fluffy / creamy when hot so, when they go cold and hard they change texture.

Anonymous2020-07-20T21:32:55Z

I've always thought the moisture pulls away or separates and makes it appear grainy.  Once you reheat and stir it up is regains its smooth consistency.

Bone Alone2020-07-20T21:19:12Z

Something to do with the starch. 

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