Description
Irresistible cheesy mashed potato puffs bring comfort and elegance to your dinner table, blending creamy potatoes with golden, crispy edges. Cheese lovers will delight in these bite-sized treasures that elevate classic mashed potatoes into a crowd-pleasing appetizer or side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or a mix)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
Seasonings and Spices:
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
Optional Add-ins:
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1/4 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
Greasing:
- Butter or non-stick spray (for greasing the muffin tin)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 375F (190C) and coat a mini muffin tin with non-stick spray or butter to prevent sticking.
- Create a smooth base by whisking eggs and milk until thoroughly blended.
- Incorporate mashed potatoes into the liquid mixture, ensuring a consistent texture.
- Add shredded cheese, flour, baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to the potato mixture.
- Mix all ingredients until uniformly combined, creating a cohesive batter.
- Gently fold chopped green onions and crumbled bacon into the mixture, distributing evenly.
- Carefully distribute the potato mixture into muffin tin cavities, filling each approximately three-quarters full for optimal rising.
- Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, watching for a golden-brown exterior with crispy edges.
- Remove from oven and allow puffs to rest for 5 minutes, enabling them to set and cool slightly.
- Delicately extract puffs from the tin using a small spatula or knife.
- Serve immediately while warm, accompanied by complementary condiments like sour cream, ranch dressing, or ketchup for enhanced flavor.
Notes
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like sharp cheddar, gouda, or pepper jack to add unique flavor profiles and excitement to the puffs.
- Swap regular bacon for turkey bacon or vegetarian bacon bits to accommodate dietary preferences without compromising taste.
- Ensure mashed potatoes are room temperature and not hot when mixing to prevent egg scrambling and maintain a smooth texture.
- Sprinkle extra cheese on top before baking for a crispy, golden cheese crust that adds crunch and visual appeal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 192 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 290 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg