Description
Cheesy mashed potato puffs blend creamy potatoes with sharp cheddar for a delightful appetizer. Golden-brown edges and fluffy centers make these little bites irresistible for parties or snack time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at 400F (200C) and thoroughly coat a mini muffin tin with cooking spray or butter.
- Combine mashed potatoes with cheddar cheese, eggs, green onions, Parmesan, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl, ensuring all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Gently fold in flour and baking powder, mixing until the ingredients form a cohesive and smooth mixture without overmixing.
- Carefully fill each muffin cavity approximately three-quarters full with the potato mixture, using a spoon or small scoop for even distribution.
- Transfer the muffin tin to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, monitoring until the tops turn a rich golden brown and develop a crispy exterior.
- Remove from the oven and allow the potato puffs to rest for 3-5 minutes, which helps them set and makes them easier to remove from the tin.
- Gently extract the puffs from the muffin tin using a small offset spatula or butter knife, and serve warm as a delightful appetizer or side dish.
Notes
- Customize the cheese blend by mixing different varieties like gruyere or gouda for deeper flavor profiles.
- Ensure mashed potatoes are cooled before mixing to prevent egg scrambling and maintain proper texture.
- For gluten-free version, replace wheat flour with almond flour or gluten-free all-purpose flour blend.
- Make ahead and freeze unbaked puffs for quick future meal preparation, storing in airtight container up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg