Description
These Garlic Parmesan Mashed Potato Cups are a delightful twist on traditional mashed potatoes, baked to golden perfection in a muffin tin. With a crispy cheesy top and a creamy center, these savory cups are perfect for any gathering or as a fun side dish.
Ingredients
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Mashed Potato Cups:
- 3 cups mashed potatoes (prepared and cooled)
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Garnish:
- Chopped chives or parsley (for garnish)
- Nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 12-cup muffin tin with nonstick spray.
- Mix ingredients: In a large bowl, combine mashed potatoes, egg, Parmesan cheese, melted butter, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Fill muffin tin: Spoon the mixture into the muffin tin and top with shredded mozzarella.
- Bake: Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Serve: Let cool for 5 minutes, then garnish with chives or parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use thick mashed potatoes for best results.
- Enhance with bacon or spinach for added flavor.
- Can be made ahead and reheated.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
