Description
These Mashed Potato Puffs are a delightful and savory snack or side dish made from creamy mashed potatoes, cheddar cheese, bacon bits, and chives, baked to golden perfection and topped with Parmesan cheese. Perfectly crispy outside and fluffy inside, they make a fantastic appetizer or accompaniment to your meals.
Ingredients
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Mashed Potato Mixture
- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- 3 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup bacon bits
- 1/4 cup chives, chopped
- Pepper, to taste
Topping
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Prepare the Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, beaten eggs, shredded cheddar cheese, bacon bits, and chopped chives. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly distributed. Season the mixture with pepper to taste.
- Grease the Muffin Pan: Preheat your oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a muffin pan to prevent sticking and make removal easy.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Scoop a heaping spoonful of the potato mixture into each muffin cup, ensuring they are well-packed but not overflowing.
- Add Parmesan Topping: Sprinkle a generous amount of shredded Parmesan cheese on top of each filled muffin cup for a flavorful crust.
- Bake the Puffs: Place the muffin pan in the oven and bake for 35 minutes at 400°F, or until the tops are golden brown and the puffs are set.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the puffs from the oven and allow them to cool for 5 minutes before carefully removing them from the pan. Serve warm with a side of sour cream if desired.
Notes
- Instant mashed potatoes can be used as a convenient substitute for homemade mashed potatoes.
- To prepare ahead, mix all the ingredients and refrigerate overnight before baking.
- Eggs are essential for the puffs to rise; this recipe cannot be made without eggs.
- These puffs freeze well for 2-3 months. Reheat from frozen in the microwave for about 1 minute.
- For added flavor, consider experimenting with different cheeses or herbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 puff
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 280 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
