Crispy Mashed Potato Cheese Puffs You’ll Love to Snack On

Transform leftover mashed potatoes into these Crispy Mashed Potato Cheese Puffs, perfect for snacks and gatherings.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Cooling Time 5

Total Time 40

Servings: 12 puffs

Course: Snacks

Cuisine: Comfort Food

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Puffs

2 cups Chilled Mashed Potatoes Best if chilled for optimal mixing.
1 cup Shredded Cheese Use any favorite melting cheese.
1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour for gluten-free option.
1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese Optional; can be omitted.
1/4 cup Chives Can substitute with green onions.
1/2 cup Sour Cream Use lactose-free if needed.
1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
2 large Eggs Acts as a binder.

Equipment

muffin tin
Mixing Bowl
whisk
Spatula
Spoon or small ice cream scoop

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions for Mashed Potato Cheese Puffs

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a standard muffin tin.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together two eggs and sour cream until creamy.
Stir in the shredded cheese, optional Parmesan, and chopped chives until well combined.
Gently fold in the chilled mashed potatoes until combined, keeping it fluffy.
Spoon the mixture into muffin cups, filling them three-quarters full.
Bake in the oven for 20–25 minutes until golden brown on top.
Let cool for about 5 minutes before removing from the tin and serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1puffCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 5gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use chilled mashed potatoes and avoid overmixing the ingredients to keep the puffs fluffy.

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