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Leftover Mashed Potato Cheese Puffs 🥔🧀✨ | Crispy, Cheesy & Irresistible Snack Recipe


  • Author: WAFA LI

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups leftover mashed potatoes
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour (or breadcrumbs)
  • 2 tbsp green onions, chopped (optional)
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp salt (adjust based on mashed potatoes)
  • 1/4 tsp paprika

 

  • Oil for frying (or spray for baking)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix mashed potatoes, cheddar cheese, eggs, flour, green onions, garlic powder, pepper, salt, and paprika until well combined.
  2. Preheat oil in a skillet to medium heat (or preheat oven to 400°F / 200°C if baking).
  3. Scoop mixture and form into small balls or spoon into mini muffin tin.
  4. For frying: cook in batches for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
  5. For baking: place in greased mini muffin tin and bake for 18–20 minutes until golden.
  6. Drain on paper towels if fried.
  7. Serve warm with sour cream, ranch, or dipping sauce of choice.

PREP TIME & NUTRITION:

 

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15–20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Servings: 18 puffs
  • Calories: 120
  • Net Carbs: 10g
  • Fats: 6g
  • Protein: 4g