Leftover Mashed Potato Cheese Puffs Recipe
These Leftover Mashed Potato Cheese Puffs are a delightful way to enjoy leftover mashed potatoes. With a crispy exterior and a cheesy, creamy interior, these puffs make for a perfect snack or side dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 puffs 1x
- Category: Appetizer, Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Any
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Mashed Potato Cheese Puffs:
- 3 cups mashed potatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your favorite melting cheese)
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chives
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- Salt to taste
- 2 eggs, beaten
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a muffin tin.
- Mix Eggs and Sour Cream: In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs and mix in the sour cream until well combined.
- Add Cheese and Seasonings: Add the shredded cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, chopped chives, and a pinch of salt to the egg mixture. Mix thoroughly.
- Fold in Mashed Potatoes: Gently fold in the mashed potatoes, ensuring the mixture is evenly combined.
- Fill Muffin Tin: Spoon the mixture into the greased muffin tin, filling each cup to the top.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and puffed up.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 puff
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Leftover Mashed Potatoes, Cheese Puffs, Appetizer, Side Dish, Easy Recipe
