Mashed Potato Cookies

Discover the delightful twist of **Mashed Potato Cookies**, a creative way to transform leftover mashed potatoes into irresistibly soft and chewy treats! This unique cookie recipe combines pantry staples—like butter, sugar, and flour—with plain mashed potatoes to create a moist, tender texture that’s perfect for cookie lovers seeking something unexpected. Lightly sweetened and optionally studded with semi-sweet chocolate chips, these cookies strike a balance between classic and extraordinary. Quick and easy, with just 15 minutes of prep time and a dozen minutes in the oven, they’re a versatile dessert for any occasion. Whether you’re reducing food waste or simply curious about a new flavor experience, these cookies are sure to impress! Perfect for searchers looking for **leftover mashed potato recipes**, **unique cookie ideas**, or **creative dessert recipes**.

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 113 grams Unsalted butter
• 200 grams Granulated sugar
• 1 large Egg
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 240 grams All-purpose flour
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoons Baking powder
• 120 grams Leftover mashed potatoes (plain, unsalted)
• 100 grams Semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture. Beat until well combined.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined.

Step 6

Fold the mashed potatoes into the cookie dough until evenly incorporated. If desired, stir in the chocolate chips for added sweetness.

Step 7

Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Avoid overbaking to keep the cookies soft.

Step 9

Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	845 grams (845.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3138

Total Fat 133.80g	172%
Saturated Fat 75.60g	378%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 470mg	157%
Sodium 1770mg	77%
Total Carbohydrate 459.00g	167%
Dietary Fiber 14.60g	52%
Total Sugars 242.50g
Protein 40.90g	82%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 162mg	12%
Iron 16mg	88%
Potassium 894mg	19%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.6%

Protein: 5.1%

Carbs: 57.3%