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Cheesy Mashed Potato Puffs

Cheesy Mashed Potato Puffs are a delightful way to use up leftover mashed potatoes or elevate them into a fun, bite-sized treat! Packed with gooey cheese, savory seasonings, and baked until golden, these puffs are the perfect appetizer, snack, or side dish.
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Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • - 2 cups mashed potatoes leftover or freshly made
  • - 2 large eggs
  • - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese or your favorite cheese
  • - ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • - 2 tbsp sour cream
  • - 2 tbsp chopped green onions optional
  • - 1 tsp garlic powder
  • - ½ tsp onion powder
  • - ½ tsp paprika
  • - Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • - Muffin tin
  • - Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • - Non-stick cooking spray

Method
 

  1. **Preheat the Oven:**
  2. - Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a muffin tin with non-stick cooking spray.
  3. **Prepare the Mixture:**
  4. - In a mixing bowl, whisk the eggs, then stir in mashed potatoes, cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, sour cream, green onions, and seasonings. Mix until well combined.
  5. **Fill the Muffin Tin:**
  6. - Spoon the potato mixture into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about ¾ full. Smooth the tops with the back of a spoon.
  7. **Bake:**
  8. - Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the edges are crispy.
  9. **Cool and Serve:**
  10. - Allow the puffs to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before carefully removing them. Serve warm with sour cream, ketchup, or your favorite dipping sauce.