Description
These Cheesy Mashed Potato Puffs are a deliciously crispy and golden appetizer or side dish perfect for cozy gatherings. Made with creamy mashed potatoes, sharp cheddar, and Parmesan cheese, these puffs are baked to perfection and flavored with garlic, onion powder, and fresh chives for a savory treat everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cold mashed potatoes (best if slightly firm)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons chopped chives or green onions
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- Nonstick cooking spray or olive oil for greasing the muffin tin
Instructions
- Preheat oven and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a mini muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray or olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Mix ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cold mashed potatoes, shredded cheddar, grated Parmesan, eggs, sour cream or Greek yogurt, chopped chives, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Fill muffin cups: Spoon the potato mixture evenly into the greased mini muffin cups, filling each to the top. Press down gently to ensure the puffs hold their shape during baking.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the tops of the puffs are golden brown and crispy around the edges.
- Cool and serve: Allow the puffs to cool in the tin for a few minutes before carefully removing. Serve warm, optionally garnished with extra chopped chives or a dollop of sour cream for extra flavor.
Notes
- For best results, use cold mashed potatoes that are slightly firm in consistency to help the puffs hold their shape.
- You can substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt for a tangier flavor and lower fat content.
- These puffs can be made ahead and reheated in the oven to crisp them back up before serving.
- Add cooked bacon bits or other herbs like rosemary for a flavor twist.
- If you don’t have mini muffin tins, a regular muffin tin can be used, but adjust baking time accordingly.
