Description
These Cheesy Mashed Potato Puffs are a delightful appetizer or snack featuring creamy mashed potatoes blended with sharp cheddar and Parmesan cheeses, eggs, and seasonings. Baked to golden perfection in a mini muffin tin, they are crispy on the outside and tender inside, perfect for serving warm with optional garnishes like sour cream or extra chives.
Ingredients
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Cheesy Mashed Potato Puffs Ingredients
- 2 cups cold mashed potatoes (best if slightly firm)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons chopped chives or green onions
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- Nonstick cooking spray or olive oil for greasing the muffin tin
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare muffin tin. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a mini muffin tin with nonstick spray or olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Mix ingredients. In a large bowl, combine the cold mashed potatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, grated Parmesan, eggs, sour cream (or Greek yogurt), chopped chives, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is fully combined and smooth.
- Fill muffin cups. Spoon the potato mixture into the greased muffin cups, filling each one to the top and pressing lightly to help them hold their shape during baking.
- Bake the puffs. Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the tops turn golden and the edges become crispy.
- Cool and serve. Allow the puffs to cool for a few minutes after baking, then carefully remove them from the tin. Serve warm, optionally garnished with extra chives or a dollop of sour cream for added flavor.
Notes
- Use slightly firm cold mashed potatoes for best results to ensure the puffs hold their shape.
- You can substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream for a tangier taste and a healthier option.
- Chilling the mixture before baking is optional but can help maintain puff shape.
- These puffs reheat well in the oven or air fryer to regain crispiness.
- Adjust salt and pepper to taste depending on the saltiness of the cheeses used.
- For a gluten-free option, confirm that all ingredients used are gluten-free (most basic mashed potatoes and cheeses are naturally gluten-free).
