Mashed Potato Muffins – Crispy, Cheesy & Irresistible! 🥔🧀
The perfect way to transform leftover mashed potatoes into a crispy, cheesy delight. These muffins are great as a snack, side dish, or even breakfast treat!
📝 Ingredients:
✅ 2 cups mashed potatoes (leftovers or freshly made)
✅ 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
✅ 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
✅ 1 large egg (for binding)
✅ 1/4 cup milk or heavy cream
✅ 1 tablespoon butter (melted)
✅ 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
✅ 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
✅ 1/2 teaspoon salt
✅ 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
✅ 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped, optional)
👨🍳 Instructions:
1️⃣ Preheat Oven:
- Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a muffin tin or use cupcake liners.
2️⃣ Mix Ingredients:
- In a bowl, combine mashed potatoes, cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg, milk, melted butter, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Mix well until fully combined.
3️⃣ Fill Muffin Tin:
- Scoop the potato mixture into the muffin tin, filling each cup to the top.
- Use a fork to create ridges on the surface (for extra crispiness).
4️⃣ Bake Until Golden:
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and crispy.
- If needed, broil for an additional 2-3 minutes for extra crispiness.
5️⃣ Cool & Serve:
- Let the muffins cool slightly before removing them from the tin.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm!
💡 Tips & Variations:
✔ Make it extra cheesy by adding mozzarella for a gooey center! 🧀
✔ Love bacon? Add crispy bacon bits to the mix. 🥓
✔ Spicy kick? Add chopped jalapeños or red pepper flakes. 🌶
✔ Dairy-free? Use vegan cheese and coconut milk instead. 🌱
🥗 Nutritional Info (Per Muffin – Approximate):
- Calories: ~150 kcal
- Protein: ~6g
- Carbs: ~10g
- Fats: ~9g
🔥 Why You’ll Love These Muffins:
✅ Crispy outside, soft & cheesy inside
✅ Great for meal prep & leftovers
✅ Easy to customize with your favorite add-ins
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