Cheesy Mashed Potato Puffs 🥔🧀✨

Golden, crispy on the outside and soft, cheesy inside—these mashed potato puffs are the ultimate comfort snack or side dish. Perfect for parties, family dinners, or anytime you crave something cozy.

Ingredients 🛒

• 2 cups mashed potatoes (cooled)
• 1 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese
• 2 large eggs
• ¼ cup flour
• 2 tablespoons chopped chives or green onions
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• Optional: extra cheese for topping

Instructions 👩‍🍳

1. Prep: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a muffin tin or line with paper cups.
2. Mix: In a bowl, combine mashed potatoes, cheese, eggs, flour, chives, salt, and pepper until smooth.
3. Fill: Spoon mixture into muffin cups, filling about ¾ full. Sprinkle extra cheese on top if desired.
4. Bake: Bake 20–25 minutes until golden brown and puffed.
5. Serve: Let cool slightly, then remove from tin. Enjoy warm.

Tips 🌟

• Extra crispy: Brush tops with melted butter before baking.
• Variation: Add diced ham or bacon bits for a savory twist.
• Serving idea: Pair with sour cream or garlic dip.

Details

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 25 minutes
• Total Time: ~40 minutes
• Servings: 12 puffs

Caption & Engagement

Caption: “Cheesy Mashed Potato Puffs—crispy edges, melty center 🥔🧀✨”

• Comment prompt: “Would you add bacon or keep them cheesy?”
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