Mashed Potato Puffs with a Twist

Transform your classic mashed potatoes into a crowd-pleasing snack with these irresistible Mashed Potato Puffs with a Twist! Perfectly golden and crispy on the outside with a creamy, cheesy center, these bite-sized delights are elevated with a blend of cheddar and parmesan cheeses, a hint of garlic and paprika, and the fresh zing of green onions. Baked in a muffin tin and brushed with melted butter for extra flavor, they’re an effortless yet impressive side dish, appetizer, or party finger food. Ready in just 35 minutes, these potato puffs are a creative way to use up leftover mashed potatoes and are ideal for any occasion. Serve them warm, topped with your favorite garnishes like sour cream or extra green onions, and watch them disappear!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups mashed potatoes
• 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
• 0.5 cup parmesan cheese, grated
• 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 large egg
• 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.25 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (or cooking spray)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a muffin tin with vegetable oil or cooking spray.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, cheddar cheese, parmesan cheese, flour, egg, green onions, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Mix the ingredients thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and well combined.

Step 4

Spoon the potato mixture evenly into the greased muffin tin, filling each cup about two-thirds full. Use the back of a spoon to smooth the tops if necessary.

Step 5

Brush the surface of each mashed potato puff with melted butter to help them turn golden brown while baking.

Step 6

Place the muffin tin into the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the puffs are golden and crispy on the edges.

Step 7

Remove the tray from the oven and let the potato puffs cool slightly in the tin for 3-5 minutes before gently removing them with a spoon or knife.

Step 8

Serve the mashed potato puffs warm, garnished with additional chopped green onions or a dollop of sour cream for an extra touch.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	812.1 grams (812.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1834

Total Fat 127.60g	164%
Saturated Fat 63.40g	317%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 492mg	164%
Sodium 3745mg	163%
Total Carbohydrate 118.10g	43%
Dietary Fiber 7.60g	27%
Total Sugars 11.20g
Protein 65.30g	131%

Vitamin D 92IU	459%
Calcium 1416mg	109%
Iron 5mg	28%
Potassium 1945mg	41%

*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: 61.0%

Protein: 13.9%

Carbs: 25.1%