Description
Mashed Potato Cheese Puffs are the ultimate comfort food, combining creamy mashed potatoes and gooey cheddar cheese into crispy, golden bites. Perfect for appetizers or snacks, these puffs are easy to make and sure to impress at any gathering. With a delightful crunch on the outside and a soft, cheesy center, they evoke warm memories of family meals and celebrations. Get ready to savor every bite of these delicious treats!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups mashed potatoes (fresh or leftover)
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup green onions, finely chopped
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix together mashed potatoes, cheddar cheese, green onions, egg, flour, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Form small balls from the mixture and roll each ball in panko breadcrumbs until fully coated.
- Place the puffs on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 puffs (90g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 50mg