Ingredients
- 2 cups mashed potatoes (leftover or freshly made)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or any preferred cheese)
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup milk or heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional for extra flavor)
- 1 tablespoon chopped chives or green onions (for garnish)
- 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs (for extra crunch)
- Cooking spray or melted butter (for greasing the muffin tin)
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a mini or regular muffin tin with cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
Step 2: Mix the Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, eggs, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated.
Step 3: Fill the Muffin Tin
Spoon the potato mixture into the greased muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full. Sprinkle some panko breadcrumbs on top for an extra crispy texture.
Step 4: Bake
Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the tops are golden brown and crispy.
Step 5: Garnish and Serve
Once baked, remove the cheesy mashed potato puffs from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes. Garnish with chopped chives or green onions and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: Americans
Nutrition
- Calories: 150 per puff
- Sodium: 220mg
- Protein: 6g
Keywords: Cheesy Mashed Potato Puffs Recipe