Description

Cheesy Mashed Potato Puffs are irresistibly crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or side dish, they’re made with creamy mashed potatoes, gooey cheese, and simple ingredients you likely already have in your kitchen. Customize them with your favorite add-ins like bacon or herbs for a unique twist!

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups mashed potatoes (fresh or leftover)
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 large eggs, beaten
¼ cup sour cream
¼ cup chopped green onions (optional)
Salt and pepper, to taste
Non-stick cooking spray or butter, for greasing

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a muffin tin with non-stick spray or butter.
In a mixing bowl, combine mashed potatoes, cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, eggs, sour cream, green onions (optional), salt, and pepper. Mix well until smooth.
Scoop the mixture evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about ¾ full. Optionally, sprinkle extra Parmesan or breadcrumbs on top for added crunch.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and crispy.
Remove from the oven and let the puffs cool for 5 minutes before carefully removing them from the tin. Serve warm with your favorite dips or as a side dish.

Notes

For an extra crispy topping, mix breadcrumbs with Parmesan and sprinkle on top before baking.
Leftover puffs can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven or air fryer for best results.
Experiment with add-ins like bacon, jalapeños, or fresh herbs to suit your taste.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Appetizer, Snack, Side Dish
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 puff
Calories: 120
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 160mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 10g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: Cheesy Mashed Potato Puffs, crispy potato snacks, mashed potato appetizers, cheesy baked potato bites