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Mashed Potato Puffs

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Mashed Potato Puffs are bite-sized treats made with creamy mashed potatoes, cheese, and chives, baked into golden puffs. Perfect for appetizers, snacks, or side dishes.

  • Author: Tina
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12-24 puffs (depending on size)
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

Cooking spray or butter (for greasing the muffin tin)

2 cups cooked mashed potatoes

3 large eggs, beaten

1 cup grated cheese (such as Parmesan or Gruyère), divided

1/4 cup minced fresh chives

1/4 cup diced cooked bacon or ham (optional)

Kosher salt, to taste

Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Sour cream (for serving, optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a mini-muffin tin with cooking spray or butter.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, beaten eggs, 3/4 cup of grated cheese, minced chives, and bacon or ham (if using). Stir to combine. Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.
  3. Spoon the mashed potato mixture into the muffin tin, filling each cup to the top. Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup of cheese on top of each puff.
  4. Bake for 20 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and set.
  5. Cool for 5 minutes in the pan before removing. Serve immediately, optionally with a dollop of sour cream on top.

Notes

  • Add cheddar cheese, cooked bacon, and green onions for a loaded baked potato version.
  • For a Mediterranean twist, add spinach, garlic, and goat cheese to the mixture.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days and reheat at 400°F for 15 minutes.

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