Cheesy Mashed Potato Puffs

5 from 1 vote

OoohDelish! Cheesy Mashed Potato Puffs are golden, fluffy bites of mashed potatoes mixed with cheese and baked to crispy perfection. They're easy, crowd-pleasing, and perfect for using up leftovers!

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Resting Time 5

Total Time 40

Servings: 4

Course: Appetizer, Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Calories: 210

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

2 cups mashed potatoes cold, leftover works best
1 large egg
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese or cheese of choice
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons chopped green onions optional
½ teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Nonstick cooking spray or melted butter for greasing

Equipment

1 Mixing bowl
1 Whisk or spoon
1 muffin tin (standard size or mini)
1 cheese grater (if shredding cheese fresh)

Method

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a muffin tin with nonstick spray or butter.
Mix ingredients: In a large bowl, combine mashed potatoes, egg, cheddar cheese, Parmesan, green onions (if using), garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until fully combined.
Fill muffin tin: Spoon the mixture evenly into the greased muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full.
Bake for 20 - 25 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and slightly crispy.
Cool and serve: Let the puffs cool in the pan for 5 minutes before removing. Serve warm, with dipping sauce or sour cream if desired.

Notes

Want to add protein? Stir in crumbled bacon, shredded chicken, or diced ham.
To freeze, bake as directed, let cool, and store in an airtight container for up to 1 month. Reheat at 350°F for 10-12 minutes.
For extra crispiness, top with more shredded cheese before baking.