These Cheesy Mashed Potato Puffs are a fun and delicious way to transform leftover mashed potatoes into crispy, fluffy bites packed with cheesy goodness. Perfect as a snack, side dish, or appetizer, they’re crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside.
Cheesy Mashed Potato Puffs
These Cheesy Mashed Potato Puffs are a fun and delicious way to transform leftover mashed potatoes into crispy, fluffy bites packed with cheesy goodness. Perfect as a snack, side dish, or appetizer, they’re crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside.
Ingredients
- 2 cupsmashed potatoes, chilled
- 1 cupshredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cupgrated Parmesan cheese
- 2large eggs, beaten
- 1/4 cupsour cream
- 2 tablespoonschopped chives or green onions
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Cooking sprayorbutter, for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a mini muffin tin with cooking spray or butter.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a mini muffin tin with cooking spray or butter.
- Prepare the Mixture:In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, beaten eggs, sour cream, and chives. Mix until smooth. Season with salt and pepper as needed.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, beaten eggs, sour cream, and chives. Mix until smooth. Season with salt and pepper as needed.
- Fill the Muffin Tins:Use a spoon or cookie scoop to fill each muffin cup with the potato mixture, filling them to the top. Sprinkle a little extra cheese on top of each for extra crispiness.
- Use a spoon or cookie scoop to fill each muffin cup with the potato mixture, filling them to the top. Sprinkle a little extra cheese on top of each for extra crispiness.
- Bake:Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the puffs are set.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the puffs are set.
- Serve:Let the puffs cool in the pan for about 5 minutes. Carefully remove and serve warm with a side of sour cream or your favorite dipping sauce.
- Let the puffs cool in the pan for about 5 minutes. Carefully remove and serve warm with a side of sour cream or your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes to regain crispiness.
Freezing: Freeze unbaked puffs on a baking sheet, then transfer to a freezer bag. Bake from frozen at 400°F for an extra 5 minutes.
Variations: Add chopped bacon, jalapeños, or a pinch of nutmeg for additional flavor. Try using Gruyère or mozzarella for a different cheese profile.
