Description
Crispy mashed potato cheese puffs are a delightful way to repurpose leftover mashed potatoes into a tasty snack or side dish. These golden bites feature a crunchy exterior and a creamy, cheesy interior that is sure to satisfy your cravings. Perfect for parties, family dinners, or as an after-school treat, they are quick to prepare and bursting with flavor. Customize them with your favorite herbs and spices to make them truly your own. Enjoy these irresistible puffs warm, dipped in zesty sauces or paired with fresh salads for a complete meal experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine mashed potatoes, cheddar cheese, eggs, flour, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Mix until well blended.
- Shape the mixture into small balls of uniform size.
- Roll each ball in breadcrumbs until fully coated.
- Place the coated balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, ensuring space between them.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- Allow cooling slightly before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack/Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 puffs (85g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg