Description
These Leftover Mashed Potato Cheese Puffs are a delicious and creative way to transform your leftover mashed potatoes into crispy, cheesy bites. Packed with cheddar and Parmesan cheese, seasoned with garlic powder and green onions, these puffs bake to golden perfection and make a perfect snack or side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Potato Mixture
- 2 cups leftover mashed potatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Coating and Greasing
- Bread crumbs for coating (optional)
- Olive oil or cooking spray for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a baking sheet using olive oil or cooking spray to prevent the puffs from sticking and to help achieve a crisp exterior.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the leftover mashed potatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, finely chopped green onions, all-purpose flour, beaten egg, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Shape the Puffs: Shape the mixture into small balls or patties, ensuring they are uniform in size for even cooking. Place them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet.
- Optional Coating: For extra crispiness, roll each potato cheese puff in bread crumbs before placing them on the baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the cheese puffs turn golden brown and develop a crispy exterior.
- Cool Slightly: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the cheese puffs to cool for a few minutes to set properly and to avoid burning your mouth when eating.
- Serve: Serve the leftover mashed potato cheese puffs warm as a satisfying snack or a delightful side dish alongside your meal.
Notes
- Using bread crumbs is optional but recommended for added crunch.
- Feel free to add spices like paprika or cayenne pepper for a bit of heat.
- These can be reheated in the oven or air fryer for best crispiness.
- For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free flour and bread crumbs.
