Cheesy Mashed Potato Puffs
Delicious crispy bites made from mashed potatoes and cheese, perfect for snacking or appetizers.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Total Time: 45
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, mix together the mashed potatoes, shredded cheese, breadcrumbs, eggs, green onions, salt, and pepper until everything is well combined.
- Shape the mixture into small puffs or balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Fry the potato puffs in batches until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes on each side.
- Once fried, remove them from the oil and place on paper towels to drain any excess oil.
- Serve warm as an irresistible snack or tasty appetizer.
Notes
For variations, consider adding cooked beef bits, different herbs, or using sweet potatoes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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