Description
Looking for a crispy, cheesy, and irresistible side or snack idea? These Mashed Potato Cheese Puffs are the perfect answer. With creamy mashed potatoes, melted cheese, and a touch of herbs, they’re oven-baked in muffin tins to golden perfection. Whether you need a quick breakfast, a snack for kids, or dinner ideas using leftovers, this easy recipe checks every box. It’s one of those easy recipes that feels indulgent but uses what you already have. Ideal for holiday sides, meal prep, or just when you need some comforting food ideas.
Ingredients
2 cups cold mashed potatoes
2 large eggs
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
0.5 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons sour cream
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon garlic powder
0.5 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Butter or cooking spray for greasing muffin tin
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 12-cup muffin tin generously.
2. In a large bowl, combine cold mashed potatoes, sour cream, eggs, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
3. Fold in cheddar, mozzarella, Parmesan, and chopped parsley until just combined.
4. Add optional mix-ins like bacon or green onions if using.
5. Spoon the mixture into muffin cups, filling each ¾ full. Top with extra cheese if desired.
6. Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden brown and crisp around the edges.
7. Let rest in the tin for 5 minutes before carefully removing.
8. Serve warm, garnished with more parsley.
Notes
Cold mashed potatoes are best—freshly made ones can be too soft and moist.
Don’t skip greasing the muffin tin, even if it’s nonstick.
To reheat, pop them in an air fryer or oven for best results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 puff
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
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