Description
Mashed Potato Cheese Puffs are a delicious way to transform leftover mashed potatoes into golden and crispy bites packed with flavorful cheddar cheese, seasonings, and an irresistible crunchy breadcrumb coating. These puffs are baked to perfection in just under 25 minutes, making them an ideal appetizer, snack, or savory side dish. Easy to customize with your favorite cheeses or herbs, they’re a hit for parties, snacks, or family meals. Enjoy them warm with your favorite dip, delivering creamy interior and crisp exterior in every bite.
Ingredients
- 2 cups leftover mashed potatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine mashed potatoes, cheddar cheese, eggs, flour, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Mix until well combined.
- Shape mixture into golf ball-sized puffs using your hands or a scoop.
- Roll each puff in breadcrumbs until fully coated.
- Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
- Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
For substitution, use mozzarella for cheddar or gluten-free flour and breadcrumbs for a gluten-free option. Mashed Potato Cheese Puffs can be formed ahead and refrigerated (up to 2 days) before baking, or freeze unbaked puffs and bake from frozen, adding 5 extra minutes. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat in oven or air fryer for best texture. If puffs flatten, add a tablespoon more flour or breadcrumbs to firm up; ensure mixture is not too wet for perfect shaping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 puffs (approx. 100g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 70mg