Mashed Potato Puffs are such a fun and delicious way to serve mashed potatoes! They’re crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside, making them a great side dish for any meal. Here’s an easy recipe to make them:
Mashed Potato Puffs Recipe
Ingredients:
- 4 cups mashed potatoes (leftover mashed potatoes work perfectly!)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or any cheese you like)
- 1/4 cup sour cream or cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs (for coating)
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions:
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Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a muffin tin with cooking spray or butter.
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Make the Potato Mixture:
- In a large bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, shredded cheese, sour cream (or cream cheese), melted butter, eggs, green onions (if using), garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix everything until it’s smooth and well combined.
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Form the Puffs:
- Using a spoon or your hands, scoop out about 1/4 cup of the mashed potato mixture and form it into a ball or small mound. Place each puff into the muffin tin.
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Coat with Panko:
- In a shallow bowl, pour the panko breadcrumbs. Roll each potato puff in the breadcrumbs to coat them lightly. This will give them that nice crispy exterior when baked.
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Bake the Puffs:
- Place the muffin tin in the oven and bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and crispy.
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Garnish and Serve:
- Once they’re done, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm!
These mashed potato puffs are crispy, cheesy, and full of flavor. They make an awesome side dish for any meal, and they’re a great way to use up leftover mashed potatoes. You can also customize them by adding different cheeses, bacon bits, or herbs!
Would you like to try adding anything extra to these, like bacon or maybe some Parmesan cheese for an extra savory kick?