Cheesy Mashed Potato Puffs Recipe – Easy Holiday Side
These cheesy mashed potato puffs are crispy on the outside, creamy on the inside, and packed with cheesy goodness, making them the perfect holiday side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 puffs 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 cups cold mashed potatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Gruyère, mozzarella, or a mix)
- 2 large eggs, whisked
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons milk (or dairy-free milk)
- 2 tablespoons green onions, thinly sliced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Butter or cooking spray for greasing the muffin tin
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease your muffin tin with butter or non-stick spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 3 cups of cold mashed potatoes, 2 whisked eggs, 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour, 2 tablespoons of milk, and 1 cup of shredded cheese. Stir until the mixture is well combined and smooth.
- Fold in 2 tablespoons of chopped green onions, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Use a spoon or small cookie scoop to evenly divide the potato mixture into the greased muffin tin. Each cup should be about three-quarters full.
- Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the tops are golden and slightly crispy. The edges will pull away from the sides of the tin when done.
- Allow the puffs to cool for about 5 minutes before removing them from the tin. Use a butter knife to gently loosen the edges if needed.
- Plate the puffs warm and garnish with extra chopped green onions or a sprinkle of cheese. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
[‘Don’t overmix the potato mixture to keep the puffs fluffy.’, ‘Grease the muffin tin generously to avoid sticking.’, ‘Use cold mashed potatoes for better texture.’, ‘For a rustic look, leave some chunks in your mashed potatoes.’, ‘If the mixture feels too loose, add more flour, one tablespoon at a time.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 puff
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 200
- Fat: 6
- Saturated Fat: 3.5
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 4
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