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Mashed Potato Cheese Puffs

Savory Mashed Potato Cheese Puffs for Cozy Gatherings

These Mashed Potato Cheese Puffs are a perfect comfort food that transforms leftovers into golden, cheesy delights for any gathering.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 puffs
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Puffs
  • 2 cups Mashed Potatoes fresh or leftover
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese cheddar, feta, or mozzarella
  • 2 large Eggs or flax eggs for vegan option
  • 1/2 cup Flour gluten-free flour optional
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 cup Cooked Bacon crispy, chopped
  • 1 cup Chopped Veggies like cooked spinach or zucchini
For the Coating
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs for crispy texture

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spoon or Ice Cream Scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Gather all your ingredients and preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Boil fresh potatoes in salted water for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender, then mash.
  3. Combine warm mashed potatoes, shredded cheese, eggs, flour, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
  4. Scoop out mixture into golf-ball-sized portions and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Cool slightly before serving warm as appetizers.

Nutrition

Serving: 1puffCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 5gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Chill before shaping for best results. Experiment with cheese varieties for unique flavors.

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