Crispy Mashed Potato Stacks
👩🍳✨ A genius way to use up leftover mashed potatoes! Golden, crispy on the outside, creamy on the inside—these stacks will disappear in no time!
Ingredients
- 2 cups leftover mashed potatoes
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Parmesan, or Gruyère)
- 1/4 cup heavy cream or milk
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- Fresh chives or parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a muffin tin with butter or cooking spray.
- Mix Ingredients: In a bowl, combine mashed potatoes, cheese, cream, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
- Fill the Muffin Tin: Spoon the mixture into the muffin tin, filling each cup almost to the top. Use the back of a spoon to smooth the tops.
- Brush with Butter: Lightly brush each stack with melted butter for a golden, crispy top.
- Bake: Place in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the tops are crispy and golden brown.
- Garnish & Serve: Let cool slightly, then gently remove from the muffin tin. Garnish with fresh chives or parsley. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes & Tips
✔️ Cheese Upgrade: Try adding a mix of cheeses for extra flavor! Parmesan adds crispiness, while mozzarella makes them gooey.
✔️ Extra Crispy: Broil for the last 2 minutes to get an ultra-crispy top.
✔️ Make-Ahead: These can be made in advance and reheated in the oven at 350°F for 10 minutes.
✔️ Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to a month.
Nutritional Info (Per Stack, Approx.)
- Calories: 120
- Protein: 4g
- Carbs: 10g
- Fat: 7g
Why You’ll Love This Recipe! ❤️
✅ Uses up leftovers in a delicious way
✅ Easy to customize with different seasonings & cheeses
✅ Perfect as a side dish, snack, or even breakfast
Q/A
Q: Can I make these without eggs?
A: Yes! Substitute the egg with a little extra cheese and cream to help bind the mixture.
Q: Can I make this dairy-free?
A: Absolutely! Use dairy-free cheese, almond milk, and vegan butter.
Q: Can I add bacon?
A: 100%! Crispy bacon bits take these to the next level. Just mix them into the mashed potatoes before baking.
🔥 Try this once, and your family will beg you to make it again! Let me know how yours turn out! 😊🍽️