Description
Classic cheesy mashed potato puffs elevate comfort cuisine with crispy edges and creamy centers. Simple ingredients blend seamlessly for a delightful side dish you can enjoy alongside roasted meats or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large egg
- 3 cups mashed potatoes (chilled)
- 1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- ¼ cup chives (chopped)
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- salt (to taste)
- pepper (to taste)
- cooking spray (for greasing the muffin pan)
- butter (for greasing the muffin pan)
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and thoroughly grease a mini muffin pan with butter or non-stick spray to prevent sticking.
- Mixing: Combine mashed potatoes with cheddar cheese, chives, all-purpose flour, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Incorporate the egg, whisking until the mixture reaches a smooth, consistent texture.
- Forming: Shape the potato mixture into compact balls using a cookie scoop or hands. Roll each ball in Parmesan cheese, creating a crispy coating. Gently place into the prepared muffin pan, pressing lightly to fill each cavity.
- Baking: Roast in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, monitoring until the edges turn golden brown and develop a crisp exterior. The puffs should be perfectly cooked with a tempting, crunchy finish.
- Serving: Rest the puffs in the pan for a few moments to stabilize their structure. Carefully transfer to a serving plate and enjoy while warm, relishing the harmonious blend of creamy potato and crisp cheese.
Notes
- Potato Temperature Trick: Use cold, leftover mashed potatoes for better binding and firmer texture in the puffs.
- Cheese Coating Technique: Roll potato balls thoroughly in Parmesan to create a crispy, golden exterior that enhances flavor and crunch.
- Pan Preparation Hack: Generously grease mini muffin tin to prevent sticking and ensure smooth removal of delicate puffs.
- Doneness Check: Monitor puffs closely in final minutes of baking to achieve perfect golden-brown edges without burning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 13
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg