Description
Deliciously crispy and cheesy puffs made from leftover mashed potatoes, perfect for snacking or as an appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups leftover mashed potatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your choice)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: herbs and spices for added flavor
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the leftover mashed potatoes, flour, cheese, egg, baking powder, salt, and pepper, mixing until a cohesive dough forms.
- Shape the mixture into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- For best results, chill the formed puffs in the refrigerator for about 20 minutes.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes or until golden brown and crispy on the outside.
- Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauces.
Notes
Ensure mashed potatoes are creamy for better binding. Experiment with different cheeses for varied flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (3-4 puffs)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg