Description
Golden Cheesy Potato Nibbles deliver crispy exterior crunch with melted cheese perfection. Quick party appetizers combine rustic potato comfort and zesty seasoning, promising delightful bites you cannot resist.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups (475 ml) mashed potatoes
- 1 cup (240 ml) shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup (60 ml) grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings:
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Additional Ingredients:
- ¼ cup (60 ml) milk
- 2 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 400°F (200°C) and coat a 12-cup muffin tin with a light layer of cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
- In a spacious mixing vessel, thoroughly combine velvety mashed potatoes with sharp cheddar cheese, aged Parmesan cheese, fresh eggs, whole milk, finely chopped green onions, aromatic garlic powder, smoky paprika, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper until achieving a uniform, silky consistency.
- Carefully distribute the potato mixture into each muffin cavity, filling approximately 75% of each compartment to allow room for rising and creating a rounded top.
- Position the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 22-27 minutes, monitoring until the surface develops a golden-brown crust and the interior sets with a firm, yet tender texture.
- Remove from the oven and let the potato nibbles rest for 3-5 minutes, allowing them to stabilize and slightly contract from the tin’s edges, which facilitates easier removal.
- Gently extract each nibble using a small offset spatula or butter knife, arranging them on a serving platter to showcase their appetizing appearance and ensure optimal temperature for enjoying their rich, cheesy flavor profile.
Notes
- Prepare these nibbles ahead of time and refrigerate the mixture for enhanced flavor blending.
- Grate fresh cheese for the most robust and melty texture in your potato bites.
- Customize the seasoning by swapping green onions with chives or adding crispy bacon bits for extra crunch.
- Ensure mashed potatoes are smooth and lump-free to achieve a creamy, consistent texture.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the oven to maintain their crispy exterior.
- Use a silicone muffin tin for easier removal and minimal sticking of these cheesy potato treats.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg