Ingredients:
- 2 cups leftover mashed potatoes (preferably chilled)
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- ½ teaspoon onion powder (optional)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your choice)
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup melted butter or oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (like chives or parsley), chopped (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a muffin tin or line it with paper liners.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Combine wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the mashed potatoes, milk, eggs, and melted butter or oil until smooth.
- Combine wet and dry mixtures: Add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps from the mashed potatoes are fine.
- Add cheese and herbs: Fold in the shredded cheese and any optional herbs you’re using.
- Fill muffin tin: Spoon the batter into the muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
- Bake: Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the tops are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Serve: Let the muffins cool for a few minutes in the tin, then remove them and let them cool slightly before serving.
Enjoy these mashed potato muffins as a side dish with your favorite meal, or even as a snack! You can also customize them with additions like cooked bacon, chopped vegetables, or different types of cheese.
