Description
Delightful bites of mashed potatoes and cheese, perfect as an appetizer or side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups mashed potatoes (prepared, warm)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Oil or cooking spray for frying/baking
Instructions
- If using fresh potatoes, peel and boil them until fork-tender, then mash with butter and cream until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine warm mashed potatoes, cheddar cheese, eggs, flour, salt, and black pepper. Mix until fully incorporated.
- Form golf ball-sized portions of the mixture.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) or heat oil in a deep fryer.
- If baking, place puffs on a greased baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown. For frying, cook until crispy and golden.
- Let cool slightly before serving warm for the best experience.
Notes
Serve with sour cream or a tangy dipping sauce. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 puff
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: mashed potatoes, cheese puffs, appetizers, side dish, comfort food