Description
Crispy and cheesy puffs made from leftover mashed potatoes, perfect as an appetizer or side dish.
Ingredients
- 1 cup leftover mashed potatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped chives (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- Cooking spray or oil for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a baking sheet with cooking spray or oil.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine leftover mashed potatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped chives (if using), garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Beat the eggs in a separate bowl.
- Scoop out spoonfuls of the mashed potato mixture and shape them into small balls or patties.
- Dip each ball or patty into the beaten eggs, then roll them in breadcrumbs until coated evenly.
- Place the coated potato balls or patties on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the puffs are golden brown and crispy.
- Serve hot as a tasty appetizer or side dish.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, flip the puffs halfway through baking.
- You can use any type of cheese you like.
- Great way to use up holiday leftovers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 puffs
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 0.6g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
