Description
These Leftover Mashed Potato Cheese Puffs are golden, crispy on the outside, and melt-in-your-mouth cheesy on the inside. Perfect for transforming leftovers into something magical.
Ingredients
2 cups of leftover mashed potatoes
1 cup grated cheddar cheese (or any cheese blend)
1/2 cup chopped mushrooms (cremini or button)
1 egg, beaten
1/4 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free alternative)
1 clove garlic, minced (or 1 tsp dried garlic)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, combine mashed potatoes, grated cheese, mushrooms, garlic, and beaten egg.
3. Gradually stir in flour until mixture holds its shape but remains soft.
4. Scoop or shape into small puffs and place on the prepared baking sheet.
5. Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden and crispy on the outside.
6. Let cool slightly before serving with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
Use different cheeses like gouda or parmesan for variation.
Fresh herbs like dill or chives add great flavor.
Avoid overmixing to keep puffs airy.
Perfect for parties or as a creative side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 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: mashed potato puffs, cheese puff recipe, leftover mashed potatoes, baked potato puffs