Cheesy Mashed Potato Puffs
Cheesy Mashed Potato Puffs are a delightful and crispy appetizer or side dish that combines creamy mashed potatoes with cheese and a crunchy exterior. Perfect for parties or family gatherings, these tasty bites are sure to please everyone.
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 potato masher or ricer
- 1 baking sheet
- 1 parchment paper (optional)
- 1 spoon or small ice cream scoop
- 1 oven
Ingredients
- 3 cups mashed potatoes Made from about 1 ½ lbs of potatoes.
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese About 4 oz.
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese About 2 oz.
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- as needed cooking spray or olive oil For greasing.
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper if desired.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, and grated Parmesan cheese. Mix well until the cheeses are evenly distributed throughout the potatoes.
- Add the eggs, flour, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to the potato mixture. Stir until everything is combined and the mixture is slightly sticky.
- Using a spoon or small ice cream scoop, form small balls or patties from the potato mixture and place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each puff.
- Lightly spray the tops of the puffs with cooking spray or brush with olive oil for extra crispiness.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-30 minutes, or until the puffs are golden brown and crispy on the outside.
- Once finished, remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
You can add different types of cheese, such as mozzarella or gouda, for a different flavor.
For an extra kick, consider adding cooked bacon bits or chopped green onions to the mixture.
These puffs can be made ahead of time and frozen before baking; just bake them straight from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the baking time.