Description
A delightful bite-sized treat that transforms ordinary mashed potatoes into crispy, cheesy puffs, perfect for snacks or appetizers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups prepared mashed potatoes
- 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 or baking
Instructions
- If using fresh potatoes, boil them in salted water until fork-tender. Mash with butter and cream until smooth.
- In a large bowl, mix warm mashed potatoes with cheddar cheese, eggs, flour, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Scoop the mixture into golf ball-sized portions and roll them gently between your palms to form balls.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) if baking. Alternatively, heat oil in a deep fryer to fry the puffs.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown or fry until crispy and brown.
- Allow them to cool slightly before serving warm to enhance the cheesy flavor.
Notes
Serve with dipping sauces like ranch, sriracha mayonnaise, or garlic aioli. They can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for a month.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking or Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 puffs
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: mashed potatoes, cheese puffs, comfort food, appetizer, snack