Cheesy Garlic Mashed Potato Puffs (or cheesy potato rounds). Here’s a full, easy recipe to recreate them:
🧀 Cheesy Garlic Mashed Potato Puffs
⏱ Prep Time: 15 minutes
🔥 Cook Time: 25–30 minutes
🍽 Servings: 4–6
🛒 Ingredients
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3 cups mashed potatoes (fresh or leftover, chilled works best)
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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 large egg
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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (plus extra for garnish)
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Salt and black pepper to taste
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2 tablespoons melted butter
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Olive oil or cooking spray (if pan-frying)
👩🍳 Instructions
Option 1: Baked (Recommended)
1️⃣ Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Grease a muffin tin or line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2️⃣ Mix the base
In a large bowl combine:
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Mashed potatoes
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Mozzarella
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Cheddar
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Parmesan
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Garlic
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Egg
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Flour
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Parsley
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Salt & pepper
Mix until fully combined.
3️⃣ Shape
Scoop about 2–3 tablespoons per portion and form into thick rounds or press into muffin cups.
4️⃣ Brush with butter
Lightly brush tops with melted butter for golden crispiness.
5️⃣ Bake
Bake 20–25 minutes until golden brown and crispy on the edges.
Broil 2–3 minutes at the end for extra browning if desired.
Option 2: Pan-Fried (Extra Crispy)
1️⃣ Heat 2–3 tablespoons olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
2️⃣ Form mixture into small patties.
3️⃣ Cook 3–4 minutes per side until deep golden and crispy.
4️⃣ Drain on paper towels.
✨ Optional Add-Ins
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Cooked bacon bits
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Green onions
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Cream cheese (2 tablespoons for extra creaminess)
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Italian seasoning
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Red pepper flakes
🍽 Serving Ideas
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As a side dish
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Party appetizer
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With sour cream or garlic aioli
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Alongside grilled chicken or steak
If you’d like, I can also give you:
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An air fryer version
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A loaded baked potato version
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Or a no-egg version 😊