Cheesy Mashed Potato Puffs Appetizer Recipes
You ever look at leftover mashed potatoes and think, 'What now?' That was me last week. But instead of reheating them with a sigh, I got a little bold. I grabbed cheese, eggs, and some odds and ends from the fridge—and out came these golden, cheesy mashed potato puffs.
These aren’t just little muffin-sized bites of potato. They’re crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and packed with enough flavor to make your guests think you spent hours on them. We’re talking comfort food with a crispy twist, great for parties, potlucks, or honestly, just a Tuesday.
They’ve got that magic mix of simplicity and indulgence. Plus, they double as one of my favorite 4th of July appetizer ideas. Whether you’re chasing down Taste Of Home Recipes nostalgia or scoping out new recipe appetizer wins, these little guys deliver. You’ll love how they fit into your lineup of Cheesy chicken recipes and Potato Recipes Dinner dreams.
Servings: 12 puffs
Ingredients
- 2 cups mashed potatoes (leftover or fresh)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped chives
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Butter or nonstick spray, for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F. Grease a muffin tin with butter or spray.
- In a large bowl, combine mashed potatoes, eggs, cheddar, Parmesan, chives, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
- Scoop the mixture into the muffin tin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes until the tops are golden and lightly crispy.
- Let cool a few minutes before popping them out with a spoon. Serve warm.