mashed potato muffins

Mashed potato muffins are a fun, tasty way to use leftovers—crispy outside, fluffy inside.

Mashed Potato Muffins

Ingredients

• 2 cups mashed potatoes (cold works best)
• 1 large egg
• ½ cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Colby-Jack, or Parmesan)
• 2 tbsp milk or cream
• 2 tbsp melted butter or oil
• Salt & pepper to taste

Optional add-ins

• Cooked bacon bits
• Chives or green onions
• Garlic powder
• Sour cream (2 tbsp for extra richness)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a muffin tin well.
2. In a bowl, mix mashed potatoes, egg, cheese, milk, butter, and seasoning.
3. Fold in any add-ins.
4. Spoon into muffin cups, filling almost to the top.
5. Bake 25–30 minutes until golden on top.
6. Cool 5 minutes, then remove.

Tips

• Sprinkle extra cheese on top before baking for crispy edges.
• For extra crunch, brush the muffin tin with butter.
• Mini muffin tin? Bake 15–18 minutes.

Great as a side dish, breakfast bite, or leftover makeover.
Want a loaded version (bacon, cheddar, sour cream) or air fryer method?