Leftover Mashed Potato Cheese Puffs
Transform your leftover mashed potatoes into a delightful snack with these Leftover Mashed Potato Cheese Puffs! These crispy bites are golden on the outside and gooey on the inside, packed with cheesy goodness. Perfect for parties, as appetizers, or even a quick dinner treat, this versatile dish is sure to be a hit with family and friends.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 puffs (4 servings) 1x
- Category: Snack/Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups leftover mashed potatoes
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or cheese of choice)
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil or cooking spray for frying
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine leftover mashed potatoes and shredded cheese. Add breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper; mix well.
- Shape the mixture into small balls or patties and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Fry puffs in batches until golden brown on all sides (about 3-4 minutes per side). Drain on paper towels.
- Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 puffs (75g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 35mg