Description
Delightful bites of Mashed Potato Cheese Puffs featuring a crispy exterior with a soft, cheesy interior, perfect for gatherings or as a snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, cheddar cheese, flour, eggs, salt, pepper, and green onions. Mix until you achieve a uniform consistency.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Form small balls of the potato mixture, about 1-2 inches in diameter.
- Carefully place the balls in the hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes on each side.
- Remove the puffs from the oil and let them drain on paper towels. Serve hot.
Notes
Consider adding herbs or spices for extra flavor. Cheese varieties like mozzarella or pepper jack can be used. For a healthier option, bake instead of frying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 120mg