Description
Crispy on the outside and creamy within, these Mashed Potato Cheese Puffs are the perfect comfort food, bringing warmth and joy to family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 egg
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons chopped chives or parsley
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Potatoes: Peel and boil fresh potatoes until fork-tender. Drain and mash to create a creamy base. Allow to cool slightly.
- Mix the Base: In a large bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, cheddar, mozzarella, egg, and flour. Stir until just combined.
- Add Flavor: Gently fold in the herbs, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Shape the Puffs: Lightly flour your hands, form small balls of the mixture, and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Preheat the Oven: Set to 400°F (200°C) and let it preheat.
- Bake: Bake the puffs for about 20-25 minutes or until golden brown, flipping halfway through.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve warm, optionally with sour cream or dipping sauce.
Notes
Allow puffs to rest for 15 minutes before baking to help them hold shape. Experiment with cheese blends according to your taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: mashed potato puffs, cheese puffs, comfort food, family recipe, vegetarian appetizer