Here’s a fun, savory twist on mashed potatoes — Cheesy Mashed Potato Muffins! Perfect as a side, snack, or party appetizer 🧀🥔
🧁 Cheesy Mashed Potato Muffins
🧾 Ingredients (Makes 12 muffins)
- 2 cups leftover mashed potatoes (or freshly made)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup milk
- ¼ cup finely chopped green onions (optional)
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ cup breadcrumbs (for topping, optional)
- Butter or cooking spray (for greasing muffin tin)
🔥 Instructions
1. Preheat Oven
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease a 12-cup muffin tin with butter or cooking spray.
2. Mix Ingredients
- In a large bowl, combine mashed potatoes, cheese, eggs, milk, green onions, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Mix until well combined.
3. Fill Muffin Tin
- Spoon the potato mixture into each muffin cup, filling almost to the top.
- Optional: Sprinkle breadcrumbs on top for extra crunch.
4. Bake
- Bake 20–25 minutes, until tops are golden and slightly crispy.
5. Serve
- Let cool 5 minutes before removing from tin.
- Serve warm as a side or snack.
💡 Tips:
- Use leftover mashed potatoes for a shortcut and added flavor.
- Add cooked bacon, ham, or sautéed mushrooms for a hearty twist.
- You can also mix in Parmesan or mozzarella for extra cheesy goodness.
- Leftovers reheat well in the oven or microwave.
I can also give you a loaded bacon & cheddar version that’s ultra indulgent and party-ready.
Do you want me to make the loaded version?
