Description
Indulge in these Mashed Potato Cheese Puffs – a crispy, cheesy, and irresistible treat that combines creamy mashed potatoes with your favorite cheese, perfect for appetizers or snacks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- 1 cup grated cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Boil the potatoes until tender, then drain and mash them to a creamy consistency.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed potatoes with grated cheese and season with salt and pepper.
- Form the cheesy mixture into small balls and roll each in breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a frying pan or preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C), then cook or bake until golden brown.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- For longer storage, freeze the puffs before cooking.
- Serve with marinara sauce or any dip of choice.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying or Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 puffs
- Calories: 290 Kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 50mg