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Mashed Potato Puffs

  • Author: Any
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20-25 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Yield: 12 potato puffs 1x
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Mashed Potato Puffs are a delightful twist on traditional mashed potatoes, combining cheddar cheese, bacon bits, and chives for a flavorful and cheesy appetizer or side dish.


Ingredients

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Main Ingredients:

  • 2 cups mashed potatoes
  • 3 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1/4 cup bacon bits
  • 1/4 cup chives, chopped
  • Pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a mini muffin tin.
  2. Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine mashed potatoes, beaten eggs, cheddar cheese, bacon bits, chives, pepper, and Parmesan cheese.
  3. Fill Muffin Tin: Spoon the mixture into the muffin tin, filling each cup to the top.
  4. Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes or until puffed and golden brown.
  5. Serve: Allow the puffs to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!

Notes

  • You can customize these puffs by adding different cheeses or herbs to suit your taste.
  • Make sure the mashed potatoes are well-seasoned before mixing in the other ingredients.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 potato puff
  • Calories: 120 kcal
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 250 mg
  • Fat: 8 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 9 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 5 g
  • Cholesterol: 60 mg

Keywords: Potato appetizer, cheesy mashed potatoes, party food