🧀🥔 Crispy Mashed Potato Cheese Puffs Your Family Will Crave
Crispy Mashed Potato Cheese Puffs Your Family Will Crave
These Crispy Mashed Potato Cheese Puffs take leftover mashed potatoes to a whole new level.
Fluffy inside, crispy outside, and loaded with melty cheese, these little bites are the kind of snack your family will ask for again and again.
Perfect as a side dish, appetizer, or after-school treat, they’re quick, fuss-free, and unbelievably addictive.
⭐ Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Uses simple ingredients (great for leftovers!)
- Crispy, golden, cheesy, and delicious
- Perfect for kids and adults
- Works as a snack, appetizer, or side dish
- Easy to freeze and reheat
- Ready in under 30 minutes
🥘 Ingredients
- 2 cups mashed potatoes (leftover or freshly made)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup grated parmesan
- ¼ cup chopped green onions
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp paprika
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Optional: 2–3 tbsp flour (only if mixture feels too soft)
🍽️ Instructions
1. Preheat Oven
Heat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Grease a mini muffin tin or spray with cooking spray.
2. Mix the Batter
In a bowl, combine:
- mashed potatoes
- eggs
- cheddar cheese
- parmesan
- green onions
- garlic powder
- paprika
- salt and pepper
Mix until smooth. Add flour only if needed for thickness.
3. Fill the Muffin Pan
Spoon mixture into mini muffin cups, filling almost to the top.
4. Bake
Bake 20–25 minutes until puffed, golden, and crispy around the edges.
5. Serve
Serve warm! Add sour cream, ranch, or ketchup for dipping.
🔥 Expert Tips
- Make sure mashed potatoes are cold — they hold shape better
- Sharp cheddar gives the best flavor
- For extra crispiness: broil for 1 minute at the end
- Add bacon bits for a loaded potato version
- Use a silicone mini muffin mold to remove easily
🍽️ Serving Ideas
- As a fun potato side dish
- On snack boards or party platters
- Inside lunchboxes
- With dipping sauces like ranch or garlic aioli
❓ FAQ
Can I use instant mashed potatoes?
Yes — just prepare them thick so the mixture isn’t runny.
Can I freeze them?
Absolutely! Freeze after baking, then reheat in oven or air fryer.
Can I air fry instead of baking?
Yes — scoop into small mounds and air fry at 375°F for 8–10 minutes.
🧮 Nutrition (Approx per puff)
- Calories: ~60
- Carbs: 5g
- Fat: 3.5g
- Protein: 2g
