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Mashed Potato Cheese Puffs

Crispy Mashed Potato Cheese Puffs Your Family Will Love

Transform leftovers into delicious Mashed Potato Cheese Puffs, a savory snack that's crispy outside and cheesy inside.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 puffs
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Puffs
  • 2 cups Mashed Potatoes chilled
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese cheddar or mozzarella
  • 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour or gluten-free flour
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese optional
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Chives chopped
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream lactose-free if necessary
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste
  • 2 large Eggs well beaten
For Extra Crispy Puffs
  • 1 tablespoon Cooking Spray or oil

Equipment

  • muffin tin
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a muffin tin.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the beaten eggs and sour cream until smooth.
  3. Stir in the shredded cheese and optional Parmesan cheese along with the chopped chives.
  4. Gently fold in the chilled mashed potatoes into your mixture.
  5. Fill each muffin cup about three-quarters full with the mashed potato mixture.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes until tops turn golden brown.
  7. Let cool slightly before removing and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1puffCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 6gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Chill the potatoes for best results. Customize flavors with spices or veggies as desired.

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