Description
Leftover Mashed Potato Cheese Puffs are a scrumptious way to breathe new life into your leftover mashed potatoes. These delightful snacks feature a crunchy exterior that gives way to a gooey, cheesy center, making them irresistible at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups leftover mashed potatoes
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Olive oil for frying
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix together the mashed potatoes, cheese, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into small balls or patties and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat until hot.
- Fry the puffs for 3-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from oil and drain on paper towels before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack/Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 puff (30g)
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg