Description
Delicious and cheesy Mashed Potato Puffs baked to golden perfection, featuring creamy mashed potatoes blended with eggs, cheddar cheese, bacon bits, and chives. Topped with Parmesan cheese, these savory puffs make a perfect appetizer or side dish, great for entertaining or a cozy family meal.
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 well to evenly distribute all ingredients. Season with pepper according to your taste.
- Fill the muffin pan: Grease a muffin pan thoroughly to prevent sticking. Using a heaping spoonful, mound the potato mixture into each muffin cup, ensuring they are evenly portioned.
- Add the topping: Sprinkle the shredded Parmesan cheese evenly over the top of each potato mound in the muffin pan, which will create a delicious golden crust.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 400°F. Bake the puffs for 35 minutes or until the tops turn golden brown and the puffs are set.
- Cool and serve: Allow the puffs to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before removing. Serve warm, optionally with sour cream on the side for dipping.
Notes
- You can use instant mashed potatoes to save time without compromising flavor.
- Pre-mix the ingredients and refrigerate overnight if preparing ahead; bake fresh when ready to serve.
- Eggs are essential for the puffs to rise and hold shape, so they cannot be omitted.
- To freeze, place baked puffs in an airtight container for up to 2-3 months. Reheat by microwaving frozen puffs for about 1 minute.
- Serve with sour cream or your favorite dipping sauce for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 puff
- Calories: 130 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 230 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
