Ingredients
- 2 cups mashed potatoes (leftover or freshly made)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your choice)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions or chives
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs (optional for extra crispiness)
- Cooking spray or melted butter (for greasing the pan)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a muffin tin with cooking spray or butter.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, shredded cheese, Parmesan, eggs, sour cream, green onions, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Fill Muffin Tin: Spoon the mixture into the greased muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full. If using, sprinkle panko breadcrumbs on top for extra crunch.
- Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the tops are golden brown and slightly crispy.
- Cool & Serve: Let the potato puffs cool for a few minutes before removing them from the tin. Serve warm with sour cream, ketchup, or your favorite dipping sauce.
Enjoy your crispy, cheesy Mashed Potato Puffs! Let me know if you’d like any modifications. 😊