Description
These Cheesy Mashed Potato Puffs are a delightful way to repurpose leftover mashed potatoes into a tasty side dish. Packed with cheddar cheese and savory seasonings, these puffs are crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside.
Ingredients
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Mashed Potato Puffs:
- 2 cups cold mashed potatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup chopped green onions
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F and lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray.
- Prepare the mixture: In a large bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, cheddar cheese, eggs, Parmesan, green onions, sour cream, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until fully combined.
- Fill the muffin cups: Spoon the mixture evenly into the muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full.
- Bake: Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and slightly crispy.
- Cool and serve: Let cool for 5 minutes before removing from the pan. Serve warm.
Notes
- These puffs are a great way to use leftover mashed potatoes.
- For added flavor, stir in crumbled cooked bacon or a dash of hot sauce.
- They can also be frozen and reheated in the oven or air fryer.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 puff
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
