Cheesy Mashed Potato Puffs

🧁 Ingredients

• 2 cups cold mashed potatoes
• 3 large eggs
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• ¼ cup bacon bits (optional but amazing)
• ¼ cup chopped chives or green onions
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (for topping)
• Salt & pepper to taste
• Sour cream (for serving)

🔥 Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a muffin tin generously.
2. In a bowl, mix mashed potatoes, eggs, cheddar, bacon, and chives until well combined.
3. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Spoon mixture into muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full.
5. Top each puff with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.
6. Bake for 30–35 minutes until golden and crispy on top.
7. Let cool for 5 minutes, then gently remove from the pan.
8. Serve warm with sour cream and extra chives.

💡 Tips

• Use sharp cheddar for bold flavor.
• Want a twist? Add a pinch of garlic powder or swap bacon for diced ham.
• These reheat beautifully in an air fryer or oven.