Mashed Potato Cheese Puffs: Easy, Indulgent Bites You’ll Love
A delicious appetizer that combines the creamy texture of mashed potatoes with the savory goodness of cheese, perfect for any gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your choice)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
- oil for frying
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, shredded cheese, flour, eggs, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well mixed.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Using a spoon, scoop small portions of the mixture and carefully drop them into the hot oil.
- Fry until golden brown on all sides, about 3-4 minutes.
- Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding herbs or spices to the mixture.
- These puffs can be made ahead of time and reheated in the oven.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2-3 puffs
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg