Crispy & Cheesy Mashed Potato Cheese Puffs
Transform leftover mashed potatoes into delightful crispy cheese puffs that are golden brown on the outside and gooey on the inside. Perfect for parties or as a fun snack, these puffs are sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking or Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups leftover mashed potatoes
- 1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup grated mozzarella cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Oil for baking or air frying (olive oil or avocado oil)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) or air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly grease it with oil or cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, gently whisk the egg until well-distributed.
- Add the cold mashed potatoes, grated cheddar cheese, and mozzarella cheese to the bowl with the egg.
- Sprinkle in the all-purpose flour, baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Using a spatula or your hands, gently mix all the ingredients together until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Take about a tablespoon of the mixture and roll it into a small ball, roughly 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter. Repeat until all the mixture is used, placing the balls on the prepared baking sheet with space between them.
- For the oven method, bake for 18-22 minutes, flipping halfway through for even browning. For the air fryer method, air fry for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Carefully remove the puffs from the oven or air fryer and let them cool for a minute before serving with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 puff
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
Keywords: Ensure your mashed potatoes are thick and well-drained for the best texture. Experiment with different cheeses for varied flavors, and consider rolling the puffs in panko breadcrumbs for extra crispiness.