Description
Leftover Mashed Potato Cheese Puffs offer a delightful and innovative way to repurpose your leftover mashed potatoes into crispy, cheesy bites. Perfect as an appetizer for gatherings or a cozy snack at home, these puffs feature a golden exterior that encases gooey melted cheese inside. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can create an irresistible treat that will impress family and friends alike. The versatility of this recipe allows you to customize flavors with different cheeses and spices, making it an ideal addition to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups leftover mashed potatoes
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or cheese of choice)
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Olive oil or cooking spray for frying
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and ensure your leftover mashed potatoes are at room temperature.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, shredded cheese, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until well mixed.
- Shape the mixture into small balls or patties (about 1-2 inches in diameter).
- Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Fry each puff until golden brown on both sides (about 3-4 minutes per side).
- Remove from the pan and drain excess oil on paper towels before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 puffs (75g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg