Description
Crispy bites of mashed potato mixed with cheese, perfect for using up leftovers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 600 g (about 3 cups) cold, cooked mashed potatoes
- 150 g (1½ cups) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 40 g (½ cup) finely grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg (50 g)
- 60 g (½ cup) all-purpose flour
- 30 g (½ cup) thinly sliced green onions
- 1 tsp (3 g) garlic powder
- 1 tsp (6 g) Diamond Crystal kosher salt
- ½ tsp (1 g) freshly ground black pepper
- 100 g (1 cup) panko breadcrumbs (optional)
- Neutral oil for frying (about 1.5 liters or 6 cups)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine cold mashed potatoes, cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg, flour, green onions, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until evenly combined.
- Scoop a test ball and fry or bake to check the texture. Adjust flour or milk as needed.
- Portion the mixture into 12 equal mounds and roll into balls. Chill for 15 minutes on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- For frying, heat oil to 180°C (350°F) and fry puffs in small batches for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
- For baking, preheat oven to 200°C (400°F) and bake for 15-18 minutes, turning halfway, until golden and heated through.
- Serve warm with dipping sauces and enjoy!
Notes
Avoid overworking the mixture to keep puffs light and airy. Use cold mashed potatoes for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying or Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 puff
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 35mg