Crispy Mashed Potato Cheese Puffs: The Best Comfort Snack Ever
Delicious and comforting, these crispy mashed potato cheese puffs are the perfect snack for anyone who loves cheesy and fluffy treats.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, cheese, breadcrumbs, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
- Shape the potato mixture into small puffs and carefully drop them into the hot oil.
- Fry until golden brown on all sides, about 3-4 minutes.
- Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra flavor, add chopped herbs or spices to the mixture.
- These puffs can be made ahead of time and reheated for serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 puffs
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
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