Description
These Cheesy Mashed Potato Puffs are a delightful way to use up leftover mashed potatoes. With a crispy exterior and a cheesy, fluffy interior, they make a perfect side dish or snack.
Ingredients
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Mashed Potato Puffs:
- 2 cups cold mashed potatoes
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- Nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray.
- Prepare the mixture: In a large bowl, combine mashed potatoes, beaten eggs, cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, chives, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Add flour and baking powder, mix well, and stir in melted butter.
- Fill the muffin cups: Divide the mixture evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
- Bake: Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until puffed, golden, and slightly crispy around the edges.
- Serve: Let cool in the pan for 5 minutes before removing and serving warm.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of smoked paprika or cayenne pepper.
- These are best made with cold, firm mashed potatoes so the puffs hold their shape.
- They reheat well in the oven at 350°F for about 10 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 puff
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 190 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
