Mashed Potato Cheese Puffs
Golden, crispy mashed potato cheese puffs ; the ultimate way to transform leftover mashed potatoes into an irresistible appetizer.
Print Pin Servings: 16 puffs
Calories: 95kcal
Cost: Budget-friendly / Low
Equipment
- 1 Heavy-bottomed pot or deep fryer
- 1 Air fryer Optional
- 1 Digital thermometer
- 1 Slotted spoon
- 1 Paper towels or wire cooling rack
- 1 Small scoop
- 1 Mixing bowl
- 1 Parchment-lined baking tray
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- ¼ cups Cold leftover mashed potatoes or freshly made and cooled
- 1 large Egg beaten
- 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese sharp cheddar works best
- 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoon Fresh chives finely chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste
- 2 cups Vegetable oil for deep frying (or cooking spray for air fryer)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix cold mashed potatoes with egg, flour, cheeses, chives, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Form mixture into small balls using hands or scoop; place on parchment-lined tray.
- Chill balls in refrigerator for 15 minutes to firm up.
- Heat oil to 350°F (175°C) or preheat air fryer to 380°F.
- Fry or air-fry puffs 2–3 minutes until golden and crispy, turning halfway.
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot.
Notes
Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should only be used as an approximation.
Nutrition
Serving: 30g | Calories: 95kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 120mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 120IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 55mg | Iron: 0.6mg