Description
Cheesy Mashed Potato Puffs are irresistible golden bites with a crispy exterior and creamy, cheesy center. Perfect for parties or cozy nights in, these delights will keep everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup chopped green onions
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Ensure the mashed potatoes are cool enough to handle but still warm.
- In a large bowl, mix mashed potatoes, shredded cheese, eggs, green onions, salt, and pepper until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions and roll them into balls.
- Roll each ball in seasoned breadcrumbs until fully coated.
- Heat cooking oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Fry the potato puffs in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 4-5 minutes per side.
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce or enjoy plain.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 puff (30g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg