Description
Mashed Potato Cheese Puffs are a delightful dish featuring a crispy exterior and a warm, cheesy center, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups mashed potatoes (best if chilled)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your favorite melting cheese)
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese (optional, for added flavor)
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- Salt to taste
- 2 eggs, beaten
Instructions
- Boil and mash the potatoes until fork-tender, then let them cool.
- Mix in cheese and seasonings by whisking together eggs and sour cream, then adding the cheese, Parmesan, and chives.
- Form the puffs by gently folding the potato mixture into the cheese blend and filling muffin cups.
- Coat and fry or bake the puffs at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Notes
- Chill your potatoes for better shaping.
- Don’t overmix to maintain fluffiness.
- Test a small puff for seasoning before baking the entire batch.
- Let the puffs rest after baking for easier removal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking or Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 puff
- Calories: 150-180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200-300 mg
- Fat: 6-8 g
- Saturated Fat: 3-4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2-3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20-25 g
- Fiber: 1-2 g
- Protein: 4-6 g
- Cholesterol: 50-70 mg