Description
Cheesy Mashed Potato Puffs are crispy, golden bites made from mashed potatoes, cheddar cheese, and chives. These easy-to-make puffs are perfect as a snack, appetizer, or side dish for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups cold mashed potatoes
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (or almond flour for gluten-free)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 large eggs
- Olive oil for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine mashed potatoes, cheddar cheese, Parmesan, chives, melted butter, flour, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Beat the eggs lightly and fold them into the potato mixture.
- Using a cookie scoop or your hands, shape the mixture into golf ball-sized puffs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Lightly brush the tops with olive oil for a crispy finish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the puffs are golden and crispy on the outside.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
- Garnish with additional chives if desired and serve warm.
Equipment
2Pcs Heart Shape Cake Pans, Aluminum Heart Cake Mold, Reusable 10 inch
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- Use chilled mashed potatoes for easier shaping.
- Brush the tops with olive oil to enhance crispiness.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute flour with almond flour.
- Try adding crumbled bacon for extra flavor.
- Serve with sour cream or garlic aioli for dipping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 puff
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 310 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
Keywords: Cheesy Mashed Potato Puffs, Crispy Cheddar Mashed Potato Bites, Cheesy Potato Balls, Cheddar Mashed Potato Snacks, Crispy Mashed Potato Fritters