Description
These Cheesy Mashed Potato Puff Bites are warm, golden, and loaded with cheesy flavor. They’re easy to make with simple ingredients you already have at home. Perfect for parties, snacks, or cozy family dinners, they bake up fluffy inside with lightly crisp edges. This recipe is beginner-friendly and great for using leftover mashed potatoes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 eggs
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions (optional)
- Cooking spray or a little melted butter for greasing the pan
Instructions
- Step 1 – Prepare the Mixture : In a mixing bowl, stir together mashed potatoes, shredded cheese, eggs, milk, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix just until combined.
- Step 2 – Fill the Mini Muffin Pan : Grease a mini muffin pan. Scoop about 1 tablespoon of the potato mixture into each cup and gently press to level the tops.
- Step 3 – Bake the Puff Bites : Bake at 400°F for 18–22 minutes or until golden around the edges. Let them cool slightly before removing from the pan. Serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 18–22 mins