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Mashed Potato Cheese Puffs

Cheesy Mashed Potato Cheese Puffs for the Ultimate Snack Attack

These Mashed Potato Cheese Puffs are the ultimate comfort food, blending creamy mashed potatoes with a crispy cheese coating—a delicious and quick snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 puffs
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Puffs
  • 2 cups mashed potatoes use leftovers for convenience
  • 1 cup cheese blend mix of mozzarella and cheddar
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs or crushed cornflakes for gluten-free
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For Extra Crunch
  • as needed cooking spray for coating breadcrumbs

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • shallow dishes
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, cheese blend, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly.
  3. Roll the mixture into golf ball-sized puffs and set aside.
  4. In a shallow dish, beat the eggs. In another, place the breadcrumbs. Spray the breadcrumbs with cooking spray.
  5. Dip each potato ball in the egg, then coat with breadcrumbs. Place on the baking sheet.
  6. Bake for about 25 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
  7. Cool for a few minutes before serving with sour cream or marinara sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1puffCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 5gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For extra flavor, try different cheeses or add herbs. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

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