Mashed Potato Cheese Puffs Recipe
These Mashed Potato Cheese Puffs are a delightful way to use up leftover mashed potatoes, creating crispy, cheesy bites that make a perfect appetizer or side dish. Easy to make and bursting with flavor, these puffs are sure to be a hit at any gathering.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 puffs 1x
- Category: Appetizer, Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Mashed Potato Cheese Puffs:
- 2 cups mashed potatoes (cooled)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh chives
- cooking spray or melted butter for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 400°F. Grease a 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray or melted butter.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine mashed potatoes, cheddar, Parmesan, eggs, flour, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and chives. Mix well.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Divide mixture evenly among muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.
- Bake: Bake for 20–25 minutes until puffs are golden brown and slightly crispy.
- Cool and Serve: Let cool for 5 minutes before removing from the tin. Serve warm.
Notes
- For a smoky twist, use smoked cheddar or add a pinch of smoked paprika.
- These puffs can be made ahead and reheated in the oven at 350°F for 5–7 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 puff
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg
