Ohhh these are addictive 😄 Crispy outside, fluffy-cheesy inside—Cheesy Mashed Potato Puffs are perfect for using up leftover mash.
Cheesy Mashed Potato Puffs
Ingredients
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2 cups mashed potatoes (cold works best)
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1 cup shredded cheddar (or Colby-Jack)
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2 eggs
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¼ cup sour cream or milk
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2 Tbsp butter, melted
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¼ cup green onions or chives (optional)
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½ tsp salt
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¼ tsp black pepper
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Optional add-ins:
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Cooked bacon bits
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Parmesan for extra crispiness
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Garlic powder or paprika
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Instructions
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Heat oven to 400°F (205°C). Grease a mini muffin tin really well.
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In a bowl, mix mashed potatoes, eggs, sour cream, melted butter, salt, and pepper until smooth.
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Fold in cheese and any add-ins.
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Spoon mixture into muffin cups (almost full).
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Bake 20–25 minutes until puffed and golden.
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Cool 5 minutes, then gently loosen and remove.
Pro Tips
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🧀 Extra cheese on top = extra crunch
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❄️ Cold potatoes puff better than warm
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🧈 Use a nonstick tin + grease well (they love to stick)
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🔥 For crispier edges, broil 1–2 minutes at the end
Serve With
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Sour cream or ranch for dipping
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Alongside steak, chicken, or breakfast eggs
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As a party appetizer (they disappear fast)
Variations
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🌶️ Jalapeño popper puffs
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🥔 Loaded baked potato style (bacon + cheddar + chives)
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🧄 Garlic Parmesan puffs
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🧀 Mozzarella + Italian seasoning
Want a air-fryer version, make-ahead/freezer tips, or a lighter version?
