Cheesy Potato Puffs
These cheesy potato puffs are such a crowd-pleaser, perfect for a cozy movie night or a fun party appetizer. They're crispy outside, fluffy inside, and packed with savory cheese.
Ingredients
- 700 grams potatoes
- 60 grams butter
- 0.25 cup milk
- 0.75 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 cup grated cheddar cheese
- 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.25 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
- Wash 700 grams of potatoes thoroughly. Place them in a large pot, cover with cold water, and add 0.25 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until fork-tender. Drain well.
- Once cooled enough to handle, peel the boiled potatoes. Mash them finely in a large bowl until no lumps remain.
- Add 60 grams butter, 0.25 cup milk, 0.5 teaspoon salt, 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, and 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder to the mashed potatoes. Mix everything together until smooth and creamy.
- Stir in 0.5 cup grated cheddar cheese, 0.25 cup all-purpose flour, and 0.25 teaspoon baking powder into the potato mixture. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F). Lightly grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper.
- Using a spoon or a small ice cream scoop, drop rounded spoonfuls of the potato mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each puff.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the potato puffs are golden brown and crispy on the outside.
- Carefully remove the potato puffs from the oven. Transfer them to a serving platter and garnish with 2 tablespoons fresh parsley. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.