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Leftover Mashed Potato Cheese Puffs Recipe

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  • Author: Victor
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 12 cheese puffs 1x

Description

These Leftover Mashed Potato Cheese Puffs are a delicious and easy way to transform your leftover mashed potatoes into crispy, cheesy bites. Combining shredded cheddar and mozzarella with garlic and onion powders, these puffs bake to golden perfection and make a perfect snack or appetizer.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups leftover mashed potatoes
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (mix of cheddar and mozzarella)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Parchment paper (for baking)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure the cheese puffs do not stick and bake evenly.
  2. Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the chilled leftover mashed potatoes, shredded cheese, eggs, garlic powder, onion powder, and season with salt and pepper. This forms the flavorful base mixture for your puffs.
  3. Add Flour: Gradually fold in the flour until just combined, being careful not to overmix. This maintains a light and airy texture in the final puffs.
  4. Form Puffs: Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop portions of the batter onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly for proper baking.
  5. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the puffs are golden brown and crispy on the outside for the perfect texture.
  6. Serve: Remove from the oven and serve warm, optionally garnished with fresh herbs like parsley or chives for added flavor and presentation.

Notes

  • Ensure mashed potatoes are well chilled to help the mixture hold together better.
  • For extra crispiness, you can broil the puffs for 1-2 minutes at the end of baking but watch carefully to avoid burning.
  • Feel free to experiment with different cheese blends or add finely chopped herbs to the mixture for varied flavors.
  • These puffs can be served as appetizers, snacks, or a side dish.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated in the oven for best texture retention.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: leftover mashed potatoes, cheese puffs, cheddar mozzarella puffs, easy snacks, baked potato bites, garlic cheese puffs, appetizer recipes

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