Description
Cheesy Mashed Potato Puff Bites are the ultimate comfort food that combines creamy mashed potatoes with gooey cheese, creating a crispy exterior and a soft, cheesy center. Perfect for parties or cozy nights in, these bite-sized delights are easy to prepare and will have everyone coming back for more. Enjoy them warm with your favorite dipping sauce and watch as they disappear from the plate!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups leftover mashed potatoes
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine mashed potatoes, shredded cheese, eggs, breadcrumbs, green onions, salt, and pepper. Mix until creamy yet firm.
- Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of the mixture and shape them into balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and crispy outside.
- Let cool slightly before serving warm with your choice of dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 puff bite (30g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg