Description
These Leftover Mashed Potato Cheese Puffs are a delicious way to repurpose mashed potatoes into a flavorful appetizer. Packed with cheese and seasonings, these puffs are crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside, making them a perfect party snack or side dish.
Ingredients
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Leftover Mashed Potato Cheese Puffs:
- 2 cups cold leftover mashed potatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions or chives
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (plus more if needed)
- nonstick cooking spray or olive oil (for greasing muffin tin)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F and lightly grease a mini muffin tin with cooking spray or olive oil.
- Prepare the mixture: In a large bowl, mix together the mashed potatoes, cheddar cheese, Parmesan, egg, green onions, garlic powder, black pepper, and flour. Adjust with more flour if needed.
- Fill the muffin cups: Scoop heaping tablespoons of the mixture into each mini muffin cup, pressing down gently.
- Bake: Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Serve: Let cool for 5 minutes before serving warm with sour cream or dipping sauce.
Notes
- These freeze well—reheat in the oven or air fryer.
- Customize with bacon, jalapeños, or herbs for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 puffs
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
