Description
These golden and cheesy mashed potato puffs are the ultimate comfort food, transforming humble leftovers into warm, crispy bites of joy.
Ingredients
2 cups leftover mashed potatoes
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (substitute: mozzarella or gruyère)
1 egg, beaten
1 tablespoon chopped chives or parsley (optional)
1 clove fresh garlic, minced (or 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder)
Salt and pepper to taste
1/4 cup all-purpose flour (or almond flour for gluten-free)
Oil for brushing or spraying (or non-stick cooking spray)
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine mashed potatoes, cheese, egg, garlic, chives, flour, salt, and pepper. Mix until well blended.
3. With damp hands, roll the mixture into small balls (about walnut size) and place on the prepared tray.
4. Lightly brush or spray the tops with oil for crisping.
5. Bake for 15–20 minutes until golden brown and crispy on the outside.
6. Serve warm with sour cream or your favorite dip.
Notes
Ensure mashed potatoes are completely cooled before mixing to help the puffs hold shape.
You can freeze unbaked puffs and bake straight from frozen, adding 5 extra minutes.
Add a pinch of smoked paprika for a deeper, savory flavor twist.
Serve with a garden salad or tomato-based dip for balance.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 puffs
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: leftover mashed potatoes, cheese puffs, baked mashed potato puffs, easy appetizer