Cheesy Mashed Potato Puffs with Turkey Bacon: The Best Comfort Snack
Deliciously crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside, these Cheesy Mashed Potato Puffs bring comfort and flavor in every bite. Perfect for a snack or appetizer!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked turkey bacon, chopped
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, cheddar cheese, turkey bacon, green onions, flour, egg, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. Mix until well combined.
- Using your hands, shape the mixture into small puffs and roll each in breadcrumbs.
- Place the puffs on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra flavor, add your favorite spices to the potato mixture.
- These puffs can be made ahead of time and frozen before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 puffs
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Cheesy Mashed Potato Puffs, Comfort Snack, Turkey Bacon