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Mashed Potato Puffs Recipe

Mashed Potato Puffs are a deliciously crispy and cheesy side dish made from mashed potatoes, eggs, cheddar cheese, bacon bits, and chives. They're baked in muffin cups, topped with Parmesan cheese, and served warm with sour cream for a savory, comforting treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 12 people
Calories 122 kcal

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spoon or ice cream scoop
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Grater (for Parmesan cheese)
  • Oven mitts
  • Cooling rack

Ingredients
  

  • ¼ cup bacon bits
  • 2 cups mashed potatoes
  • ¼ cup chives, chopped
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
  • large eggs, beaten
  • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
  • Pepper, to taste

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, mix mashed potatoes, eggs, cheddar cheese, bacon bits, and chives.
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  • Add pepper to taste.
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  • Grease a muffin tin and spoon a generous amount of the mixture into each cup.
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  • Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top of each puff.
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  • Bake at 400°F for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown.
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  • Let them cool for 5 minutes, then serve warm with a dollop of sour cream.
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Notes

  • Instant mashed potatoes work as a quick substitute for homemade mashed potatoes.
  • You can prepare the mixture the night before and refrigerate it to bake the next day.
  • Eggs are essential in this recipe, as they help the puffs rise; omitting them will result in a dense texture.