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Cheesy Mashed Potato Muffins

Comforting Cheesy Mashed Potato Muffins You’ll Crave Daily

These Cheesy Mashed Potato Muffins are a comforting twist on classic mashed potatoes, perfect for any gathering and sure to delight both family and friends.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Side Dishes
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

Muffin Base
  • 2 cups prepared mashed potatoes cooled
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter melted
Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Optional Add-ins
  • ¼ cup chopped green onions
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese for topping

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin or line with muffin liners.
  2. Prepare your mashed potatoes by boiling until tender, then mashing until smooth and letting them cool.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, sour cream, and melted butter until smooth.
  4. Fold the cooled mashed potatoes into the egg mixture, then add and mix the shredded cheddar cheese.
  5. Mix in the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper, and fold in green onions if using.
  6. Spoon the mixture into the prepared muffin tin, filling each about three-quarters full.
  7. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top of each muffin before baking, if desired.
  8. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  9. Let cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Serve warm or store in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 5gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These muffins can be customized with various mix-ins, such as crispy bacon or different cheese types.

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