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Cheesy Mashed Potato Puffs

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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

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  • 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

  1. Preheat Oven:Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a mini muffin tin with cooking spray or butter.
  2. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a mini muffin tin with cooking spray or butter.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. 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.
  6. 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.
  7. Bake:Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the puffs are set.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the puffs are set.
  9. 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.
  10. 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.

Find it online: https://cosycookery.com/cheesy-mashed-potato-puffs/