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### 🥔 Ingredients You’ll Need
* 2 cups mashed potatoes (leftover or freshly made)
* 1 egg
* 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or any cheese you love)
* 2 tablespoons chopped green onions or chives
* Salt and pepper, to taste
* Optional: a pinch of garlic powder or paprika for extra flavor
* Nonstick spray or butter (for greasing muffin tin)
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### 👩🍳 How to Make Cheesy Mashed Potato Puffs
1. **Preheat oven:** Set to 400°F (200°C).
2. **Mix ingredients:** In a bowl, combine mashed potatoes, egg, cheese, green onions, and seasoning. Mix until well combined.
3. **Grease muffin tin:** Lightly grease a mini muffin tin to prevent sticking.
4. **Scoop and fill:** Spoon the mixture into the muffin cups, filling them just to the top.
5. **Bake:** Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the tops are golden and crispy.
6. **Cool slightly & serve:** Let them cool for a few minutes before removing. Serve warm with sour cream or your favorite dipping sauce.
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### 📝 Tips for the Best Potato Puffs
* Use stiffer mashed potatoes — if they’re too soft, add a bit of flour or breadcrumbs.
* Add mix-ins like crumbled bacon, sautéed onions, or fresh herbs for extra flavor.
* Use mini muffin tins for the perfect bite-size shape and quick baking.
* These reheat beautifully in the oven or air fryer!
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### 🍽️ Perfect For…
* Holiday appetizers
* Game day snacks
* Kid-friendly meals
* Brunch spreads
* Any time you’ve got leftover mashed potatoes!
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### 🧀 Final Thoughts
**Cheesy Mashed Potato Puffs** are the kind of snack that disappears as soon as they hit the table. Crispy, creamy, cheesy, and endlessly craveable — they’re comfort food in mini form. So the next time you find yourself with extra mashed potatoes, skip the reheat and make something unforgettable.
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