Description
Transform your leftover mashed potatoes into a mouthwatering snack with Leftover Mashed Potato Cheese Puffs. These delightful bites feature a crispy exterior and a cheesy, fluffy interior that will impress your family and friends. Perfect for parties or cozy evenings at home, this easy recipe requires minimal ingredients and effort. Each puff is packed with flavor, making them an irresistible addition to any meal or gathering. Enjoy the comfort of creamy mashed potatoes combined with melted cheese in every bite.
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
- In a mixing bowl, combine mashed potatoes, cheese, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well blended.
- Shape the mixture into bite-sized balls or puffs.
- Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Fry the puffs for about 3–4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer cooked puffs to paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack/Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 puffs (100g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg