🧀🥔 Cheesy Mashed Potato Puffs
📝 Ingredients
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3 cups mashed potatoes (cold works best)
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1 cup shredded cheddar (or mozzarella)
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¼ cup grated Parmesan
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2 eggs
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2 tbsp chopped chives or green onions
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½ tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
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¼ tsp black pepper
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Optional: ¼ cup cooked bacon bits
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Grease a mini or regular muffin tin well.
2️⃣ Mix
In a bowl, combine mashed potatoes, cheeses, eggs, chives, and seasonings until smooth.
3️⃣ Fill
Spoon mixture into muffin cups, filling almost to the top.
(Optional: add a little extra cheese on top.)
4️⃣ Bake
Bake 20–25 minutes until golden and slightly crispy on top.
5️⃣ Cool slightly
Let sit 5 minutes before removing — they firm up as they cool.
🔥 Tips for Extra Crispiness
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Spray tops lightly with cooking spray before baking.
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Use a mini muffin pan for more crispy edges.
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Broil 1–2 minutes at the end.
❓ Quick Q & A
Q: Can I make them ahead?
Yes! Refrigerate unbaked up to 24 hours.
Q: Can I freeze them?
Yes — freeze baked puffs and reheat at 375°F for 10–15 minutes.
Q: What if my mashed potatoes are very soft?
Add 2–3 tablespoons flour or breadcrumbs to firm up.
Q: Kid-friendly?
Absolutely — just skip strong cheeses or spices.