Cheesy Mashed Potato Puffs Recipe
These Cheesy Mashed Potato Puffs are a delightful appetizer or side dish made with creamy mashed potatoes, cheddar cheese, and a blend of savory seasonings. Baked to golden perfection, they are perfect for parties or as a tasty snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 24 puffs 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Mashed Potato Puffs:
- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- cooking spray or butter for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F and grease a mini muffin tin with cooking spray or butter.
- Mix ingredients: In a large bowl, combine mashed potatoes, cheddar cheese, eggs, green onions, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Fill muffin cups: Spoon the potato mixture into mini muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.
- Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes until puffs are golden brown and set.
- Cool and serve: Let cool for 5 minutes before removing from the tin. Serve warm as a side dish or appetizer.
Notes
- You can use leftover mashed potatoes for this recipe.
- Try swapping cheddar with mozzarella or pepper jack for different flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 puffs
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 140 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
