Crispy Mashed Potato Cheese Puffs: Irresistibly Delicious Treats
These Crispy Mashed Potato Cheese Puffs are a delightful snack that combines the smoothness of mashed potatoes with the indulgence of cheese.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- oil for frying
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine mashed potatoes, cheese, flour, eggs, green onions, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Mix until well combined.
- Form the mixture into small balls and roll them in breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Fry the cheese puffs until golden brown on all sides.
- Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add herbs or spices to the potato mixture.
- These puffs can be made ahead and frozen before frying.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 puffs
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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