Description
Delight in these Cheesy Mashed Potato Puffs, a perfect way to transform leftover mashed potatoes into a crispy, golden-baked snack or side dish. Packed with savory cheeses and a hint of garlic, these puffs are easy to prepare, baked to perfection, and ideal for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Mashed Potato Mixture
- 2 cups cold mashed potatoes
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup chopped green onions
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
For Baking
- Nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Muffin Tin: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cold mashed potatoes, eggs, shredded cheddar cheese, grated Parmesan, chopped green onions, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the mixture is fully combined and creamy.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Spoon the potato mixture evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup almost to the top for well-shaped puffs.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the oven and bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the tops of the puffs are golden brown and have a slightly crispy texture.
- Cool and Serve: Let the puffs cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before removing them. Serve warm as a delicious side dish or savory snack.
Notes
- These puffs work wonderfully with leftover mashed potatoes, making them a great way to reduce food waste.
- For an extra burst of flavor, consider mixing in chopped cooked bacon or switching up the cheese to Gruyère or mozzarella.
- Store any leftovers in the refrigerator and reheat in the oven or air fryer to maintain crispiness and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 puff
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
