Golden, crispy little potato puffs made with creamy mashed potatoes, melty cheese, and simple seasonings. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or fun side dish.
🛒 Ingredients (Makes 12–15 puffs)
- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 eggs
- ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions or chives
- Salt & black pepper to taste
🔹 Optional Add-ins
- Cooked bacon bits
- Garlic powder
- Paprika
🍳 Equipment
- Muffin tin or mini muffin tin
- Mixing bowl
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
🔸 Step 1: Preheat Oven
- Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F)
- Grease muffin tin well
🔸 Step 2: Mix Ingredients
- In a bowl, combine:
- Mashed potatoes
- Cheddar cheese
- Eggs
- Parmesan
- Green onions
- Salt & pepper
🔸 Step 3: Fill Muffin Tin
- Spoon mixture into muffin cups
- Fill nearly to top
🔸 Step 4: Bake
- Bake for 20–25 minutes
✔ Tops should be golden and crispy
🔸 Step 5: Cool Slightly
- Let sit 5 minutes before removing
🔸 Step 6: Serve
- Serve warm with dipping sauce
🍽️ Serving Ideas
- Sour cream dip
- Ranch dressing
- Alongside chicken or steak 🍗🥩
- Breakfast side 🍳
💡 Pro Tips
✔ Cold mashed potatoes work best
✔ Grease pan well to prevent sticking
✔ Add extra cheese on top for crispiness
✔ Mini muffin tins make great bite-size appetizers
🔄 Variations
🥓 Loaded Potato Puffs
Add bacon and sour cream topping
🌶️ Spicy
Add jalapeños or chili flakes
🧄 Garlic Parmesan
Add garlic powder and more parmesan
🥦 Veggie Version
Add broccoli or spinach
❓ FAQs
Can I air fry them?
Yes—180°C (350°F) for 10–12 minutes.
Can I freeze them?
Yes—freeze after baking and reheat later.
Why are they falling apart?
Mixture may need more egg or cheese.
⚖️ Approx. Nutrition (Per Puff)
- Calories: ~90–120
- Protein: ~4g
- Carbs: ~8g
- Fat: ~6g
⚖️ WW Points (Estimated)
🔹 Regular Version
👉 2–4 WW Points per puff
🔻 Lighter Version
(Reduced-fat cheese)
👉 1–3 WW Points
✅ WW-Friendly Version
(Fat-free cheese + lighter potatoes)
👉 1–2 WW Points