Description
Mashed Potato Cheese Puffs are a crispy, golden snack featuring creamy mashed potatoes combined with melted plant-based cheese and tender smoked turkey. Perfect as an appetizer or snack, these puffs offer a satisfying contrast of crunchy exterior and soft, cheesy interior, making them an irresistible comfort treat to share or enjoy anytime.
Ingredients
Scale
Mashed Potato Mixture
- 2 cups smooth, well-seasoned mashed potatoes
- 1/2 cup grated plant-based cheese
- 1/2 cup finely chopped smoked turkey
- 1 tsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp natural gelling agent
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or chives
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For Frying
- Vegetable oil, for shallow frying
Instructions
- Prepare the mashed potatoes: Start with freshly cooked potatoes. Peel and mash them until smooth. Season well with salt, pepper, and a splash of vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural) to infuse deep, savory notes.
- Mix in the cheese and smoked turkey: Fold in grated plant-based cheese and finely chopped smoked turkey evenly through the mashed potatoes. This creates pockets of melty goodness and smoky flavor inside each puff.
- Add the flour and natural gelling agent: Sprinkle the flour and natural gelling agent into the mixture. This will help the puffs hold their shape when fried without losing their creaminess inside.
- Shape the puffs: Use your hands or a spoon to form small, bite-sized balls or oval shapes from the mixture. Make sure they are compact enough to hold together but not too dense.
- Fry until golden and crispy: Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry the shaped puffs in batches, turning occasionally, until they develop a beautiful golden-brown crust. Drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
Notes
- Use warm mashed potatoes to blend ingredients easier and help mixture bind smoothly.
- Do not overcrowd the frying pan; fry in small batches to maintain oil temperature and crispiness.
- Test one puff first to check seasoning and adjust as needed before cooking the rest.
- Drain excess oil on paper towels immediately after frying to keep puffs crispy and less greasy.
- Keep puffs bite-sized to ensure even cooking and easy finger food.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 puffs
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Mashed Potato Cheese Puffs, plant-based cheese, smoked turkey, crispy snack, appetizer, gluten free, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, natural gelling agent
