Description
Crispy mashed potato cheese puffs make a perfect snack or side dish. They're easy to make with leftover mashed potatoes and cheddar cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups leftover mashed potatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix the mashed potatoes, shredded cheese, eggs, flour, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until well combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the mixture and roll into balls.
- Coat each ball in breadcrumbs and place them on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Let them cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Use freshly grated cheese for better melting.
- For extra crispiness, lightly spray the puffs with oil before baking.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 puff
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 3.5g
- Saturated Fat: 1.8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0.6g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: mashed potato cheese puffs, potato puffs, cheesy snacks