cheesy mashed potato puffs
Cheesy mashed potato puffs are a delightful and crispy twist on classic mashed potatoes. Perfect as a side dish or an appetizer, these golden puffs are filled with cheesy goodness and make for a deliciously satisfying treat.
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 potato masher or ricer
- 1 baking sheet
- 1 parchment paper
- 1 spoon or small ice cream scoop
- 1 oven
Ingredients
- 2 cups mashed potatoes About 1 pound of potatoes.
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese About 4 ounces.
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese About 1 ounce.
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- to taste spray or oil Cooking spray or oil For greasing the baking sheet.
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray with cooking spray or oil.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, and grated Parmesan cheese. Mix until well combined.
- Add the eggs, flour, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to the potato mixture. Stir until everything is well incorporated, and you have a thick batter.
- Using a spoon or small ice cream scoop, scoop out portions of the mixture and drop them onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each puff.
- Lightly spray the tops of the puffs with cooking spray or brush with oil.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the puffs are golden brown and crispy on the outside.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
You can customize the cheese blend by adding mozzarella, gouda, or any cheese of your preference.
To add an extra flavor boost, consider mixing in herbs like chives or parsley.
These puffs can be prepared in advance and frozen; just bake them from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the cooking time.