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Cheesy Mashed Potato Puff Bites: Your New Snack Obsession

Abby Martin
A delightful way to transform leftover mashed potatoes into cheesy bites.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 24 puffs
Calories 120 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • Cooking spray or butter
  • 2 cups cooked mashed potatoes
  • 3 large eggs beaten
  • 1 cup grated cheese such as Parmesan or Gruyère, divided
  • 1/4 cup minced fresh chives
  • 1/4 cup diced cooked turkey bacon or turkey bacon optional
  • Kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • Sour cream for serving (optional)

Instructions
 

  • 1. Preheat the oven to 400°F and lightly coat a mini-muffin tin with cooking spray or butter.
  • 2. In a bowl, combine mashed potatoes, eggs, 3/4 cup cheese, chives, and turkey bacon or turkey bacon (if using). Season with salt and pepper.
  • 3. Fill each muffin cup with the mixture and sprinkle with remaining cheese.
  • 4. Bake for 20 minutes until set and golden. Cool for 5 minutes, then release from the pan.
  • 5. Serve immediately with sour cream, if desired.

Notes

Adjust seasoning based on your mashed potatoes.
Use any cheese you prefer for different flavors.
Keyword cheesy bites, cheesy mashed potato puffs, leftover mashed potatoes, mashed potato puffs, Vegetarian