Cheesy Mashed Potato Puffs Recipe
These Cheesy Mashed Potato Puffs are crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside, combining fluffy mashed potatoes with rich cheese, fresh chives, and optional bacon or ham. Perfect as a savory appetizer or a side dish, they bake to golden perfection in a mini-muffin tin and are delightful served warm with a dollop of sour cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 24 mini puffs 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Basic Ingredients
- Cooking spray or butter, for greasing
- 2 cups cooked mashed potatoes
- 3 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup grated cheese (Parmesan or Gruyère), divided
- 1/4 cup minced fresh chives
- 1/4 cup diced cooked bacon or ham (optional)
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Sour cream, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Arrange a rack in the middle of your oven and heat it to 400°F (205°C). Lightly coat the cups of a mini-muffin tin with cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
- Prepare the Mixture: In a large bowl, combine 2 cups of cooked mashed potatoes, 3 beaten eggs, 3/4 cup of the grated cheese, 1/4 cup minced fresh chives, and if using, 1/4 cup diced cooked bacon or ham. Stir well to mix all ingredients evenly. Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, adjusting based on how seasoned the mashed potatoes already are.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Spoon the potato mixture evenly into each greased muffin cup, filling them up. Then, sprinkle the tops of each filled cup with the remaining 1/4 cup of grated cheese for a golden crust.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for about 20 minutes, or until the puffs are set, golden brown on top, and heated through.
- Cool and Serve: Let the puffs cool in the tin for about 5 minutes to set. Then gently release them from the muffin cups using a spoon or knife. Serve immediately, optionally topped with dollops of sour cream for added creaminess.
Notes
- Make sure the mashed potatoes are well-seasoned as this affects the final flavor.
- Using Gruyère will give a nuttier flavor compared to Parmesan; both work well.
- These puffs are best served warm for optimum texture and flavor.
- You can omit the bacon or ham for a vegetarian version.
- Leftovers can be reheated in the oven to retain crispiness.
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