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Cheesy Mashed Potato Puffs

Cheesy Mashed Potato Puffs for Cozy Comfort Food Nights

Cheesy Mashed Potato Puffs are a delicious comfort food treat, perfect for gatherings and cozy nights.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 puffs
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mashed Potatoes
  • 2 pounds starchy Russet potatoes peeled and cubed
  • 4 tablespoons butter or substitute with olive oil
  • 0.5 cup milk or use almond milk for dairy-free
  • to taste salt
For the Cheese Filling
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese can mix in mozzarella
  • 4 ounces cream cheese or use low-fat
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder or use fresh minced garlic
For the Coating
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs panko can be used for extra crispiness
  • 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Shallow dish
  • Baking Sheet
  • Cookie Scoop

Method
 

Steps
  1. Peel and cube the potatoes, boil in salted water until fork-tender, and drain.
  2. Return potatoes to pot, add butter, milk, and salt, then mash until creamy.
  3. Stir in cheddar and cream cheese until fully blended.
  4. Add garlic powder and mix thoroughly.
  5. Preheat oven to 400°F. Mix breadcrumbs and Parmesan in a dish.
  6. Form small balls from the cheesy mixture and coat in breadcrumb mix.
  7. Place on a greased baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Cool for 5 minutes and then serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 3puffsCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 7gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Customize fillings with different cheeses or herbs. Ensure even size for uniform baking.

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