Description
Delightful crispy cheese puffs made from leftover mashed potatoes, perfect as a snack or side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups mashed potatoes (prepared)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Oil or cooking spray for frying/baking
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients for convenience.
- If using fresh potatoes, boil until fork-tender, then mash with butter and cream.
- In a bowl, mix warm mashed potatoes with cheddar cheese, eggs, flour, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Scoop mixture into golf ball-sized portions.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) or heat oil in a deep fryer.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or fry until golden brown and crispy.
- Let cool slightly before serving warm.
Notes
For a crispier texture, consider frying instead of baking. Adjust seasonings as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 110mg