Description
Transform leftover mashed potatoes into delicious cheese puffs, perfect for snacks, appetizers, or side dishes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups leftover mashed potatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1 egg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, mix the leftover mashed potatoes, cheese, breadcrumbs, green onions, egg, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into small balls or patties.
- Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve warm as a snack, appetizer, or side dish.
Notes
Make sure the mashed potatoes are cold before mixing to help the puffs hold their shape. You can also experiment with different types of cheese for a unique flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg