Description
Garlic chive mashed potato puffins bring crispy comfort to classic potato sides. Golden-brown edges and creamy centers make these mini potato clouds irresistible for weekend brunch or elegant dinner gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 cups firm mashed potatoes, cold
- 5.4 ounces (153 grams) garlic and herb soft cheese (e.g., Alouette or Boursin)
- 3 large eggs, beaten
- 8 ounces (227 grams) sour cream or creme fraiche
Cheese Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp white cheddar cheese, divided
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons chopped chives, divided
- 1 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400F (200C), ensuring an optimal temperature for crispy potato puffins.
- In a mixing bowl, thoroughly blend cold mashed potatoes with garlic and herb cheese, creating a smooth base for the puffins.
- Incorporate shredded cheddar cheese, beaten eggs, Parmesan, chopped chives, garlic salt, and black pepper into the potato mixture, stirring until ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Generously coat a 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray or melted butter to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal.
- Divide the potato mixture evenly among muffin cups using a 4 oz ice cream scoop, filling each nearly to the top for a full, rounded appearance.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese over the tops of the puffins, creating a golden, crispy cheese crust.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 23-25 minutes until the puffins are set and the cheese turns a rich, golden brown.
- Carefully loosen the puffins from the tin using a knife, then transfer to a serving plate.
- Garnish with additional chopped chives and serve immediately, optionally accompanied by a dollop of sour cream or creme fraiche for added richness.
Notes
- Swap cold mashed potatoes with leftover mashed potatoes for enhanced flavor depth and reducing food waste.
- Choose full-fat cheese for richer texture, or opt for low-fat versions to create a lighter dietary option.
- Add crispy bacon bits or diced jalapeños for extra flavor complexity and personalized taste profile.
- Ensure eggs are at room temperature to help ingredients blend smoothly and create consistent puffin texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 292
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 590 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg