Description
Crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, these Mashed Potato Puffs combine creamy mashed potatoes with cheddar cheese, bacon bits, and fresh chives. Baked to golden perfection and topped with Parmesan, they make a delightful appetizer or side dish perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- 3 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup bacon bits
- 1/4 cup chives, chopped
- Pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Prepare the mixture: In a large bowl, combine 2 cups of mashed potatoes, 3 beaten eggs, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1/4 cup bacon bits, and 1/4 cup chopped chives. Mix everything thoroughly until evenly incorporated.
- Season the mixture: Add pepper to taste, mixing well to distribute the seasoning evenly throughout the potato mixture.
- Prepare muffin pan: Grease a muffin pan generously to prevent sticking. Then, spoon heaping portions of the potato mixture into each muffin cup, filling them evenly.
- Add the topping: Sprinkle 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese evenly over the tops of each potato puff for a flavorful crust.
- Bake: Place the muffin pan in a preheated oven at 400°F and bake for 35 minutes or until the puffs turn golden brown and firm to the touch.
- Cool and serve: Remove the puffs from the oven and let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Then, carefully dish them out and serve warm, ideally with a side of sour cream for dipping.
Notes
- You can use instant mashed potatoes as a quick alternative to homemade mashed potatoes.
- Mix all ingredients in advance and refrigerate overnight to save time on baking day.
- Eggs are essential for binding and helping the puffs rise; they cannot be omitted without affecting texture.
- Freeze leftover puffs for up to 2-3 months. Reheat directly from frozen in the microwave for about 1 minute.
- Serve these puffs warm to enjoy their crispy exterior and fluffy interior.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 puff
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
