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Mashed Potato Cheese Puffs

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  • Author: Lily Carter
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Mashed Potato Cheese Puffs are a delicious way to use up leftover mashed potatoes. They are crispy on the outside, cheesy on the inside, and make a perfect appetizer or snack.


Ingredients

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Main Ingredients:

  • 2 cups leftover mashed potatoes
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, mix mashed potatoes, cheddar cheese, eggs, flour, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until well combined.
  3. Form the mixture into small balls, roll them in breadcrumbs, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  5. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

  • You can customize these puffs by adding in different herbs or spices to the mixture.
  • Feel free to serve them with dipping sauces like ranch or marinara.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 puff
  • Calories: 150 kcal
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 300 mg
  • Fat: 8 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 15 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 6 g
  • Cholesterol: 60 mg