You love mashed potatoes.
You love melted cheese.
And you really love anything that can be popped into your mouth in one blissful bite.
Then meet Cheesy Mashed Potato Puffs—tiny golden nuggets of comfort that take your leftover mash from “meh” to “MORE, PLEASE!”
Crispy on the outside.
Cloud-soft and cheesy within.
Studded with chives, garlic, and two kinds of cheese—because one is never enough.
Perfect as:
A game-day appetizer π
A holiday side dish π¦
A kid-approved snack π½️
Or a midnight craving fix π
And the best part?
They’re made with leftover mashed potatoes—so this is basically magic disguised as cleanup.
Let’s turn those cold spuds into golden puffs of joy. ✨π
π Why These Puffs Are a Game-Changer
We all have mashed potato leftovers.
But reheating them in a bowl?
It’s just… sad.
These puffs?
They’re a full transformation.
Here’s what makes them special:
✅ Crispy, golden crust —thanks to Parmesan coating and oven bake
✅ Gooey, cheesy center —shredded cheddar melts into every bite
✅ Ready in 20 minutes —no frying, no fuss
✅ Kid-friendly & party-perfect —disappear faster than chips
✅ Freezer-friendly —make ahead and bake when needed
It’s not just a recipe.
It’s leftover resurrection.
π What You’ll Need:
