Description
Leftover Mashed Potato Cheese Puffs are a delightful way to repurpose your leftover mashed potatoes into a crispy, cheesy snack that everyone will love. Perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or simply as a tasty treat, these puffs are easy to prepare and packed with flavor. With just a handful of simple ingredients, you can create these mouthwatering bites in under 30 minutes. Enjoy them hot and crispy as an appetizer or snack, and watch as they disappear quickly from the table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups leftover mashed potatoes
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for frying
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine leftover mashed potatoes, shredded cheese, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well blended.
- Scoop small portions of the mixture and shape them into round balls. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat until hot.
- Fry the potato puffs for 3–4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 puff (30g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg