Description
Crispy, golden cheese puffs made from leftover mashed potatoes, perfect for cozy gatherings or quick snacks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups leftover mashed potatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine leftover mashed potatoes, shredded cheese, breadcrumbs, eggs, chopped green onions, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Scoop out small portions and shape them into bite-sized puffs.
- Place the puffs on the baking sheet and lightly spray with olive oil.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve warm as a snack, appetizer, or side dish.
Notes
For added flavor, consider pairing with sour cream or salsa. Customize cheese choices for unique flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 70mg