Description
Golden, crispy-edged mashed potato puffs baked to cheesy perfection in muffin tins. These savory bites are perfect for using up leftover mashed potatoes and make a delicious side dish, appetizer, or brunch addition.
Ingredients
1 ½ cups mashed potatoes
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 large eggs
¼ cup sour cream
2 tablespoons chopped chives or green onions
½ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon butter (for greasing or drizzling, optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a muffin tin.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine mashed potatoes, cheddar cheese, eggs, sour cream, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth.
3. Fold in the chopped chives or green onions.
4. Scoop the mixture into the muffin tin, filling each cup about ¾ full. Flatten the tops gently and optionally sprinkle extra cheese.
5. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until golden and crispy on top.
6. Let cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then run a knife around the edges and remove. Serve warm.
Notes
For the best texture, use creamy and well-seasoned mashed potatoes.
Freshly shredded cheese melts better and gives a smoother texture.
If reheating, use the oven or air fryer to bring back the crisp edges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 puff
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: mashed potato cheese puffs, cheesy mashed potato muffins