Description
Garlic Parmesan Mashed Potato Cups are crispy on the outside, creamy on the inside, and packed with bold, cheesy flavor. Baked in muffin tins for easy serving, they’re a fun twist on a classic side dish.
Ingredients
- 3 cups mashed potatoes (cooled, fresh or leftover)
- 2 large eggs
- 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
- 2 cloves garlic, minced or roasted
- 2 tbsp chopped chives or green onions (optional)
- 2 tbsp butter, melted
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Nonstick cooking spray or additional butter for greasing muffin tin
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin with butter or nonstick spray.
- In a large bowl, combine mashed potatoes, eggs, garlic, 1/2 cup Parmesan, chives (if using), melted butter, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Scoop the mixture evenly into the muffin tin, filling each cup almost to the top and pressing down gently.
- Sprinkle remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan on top of each cup.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until tops are golden and edges are crisp.
- Let cool in the pan for 5–10 minutes before loosening edges with a knife and removing from tin.
Notes
- For extra creaminess, add 2 tbsp sour cream or cream cheese to the mixture.
- Freeze baked and cooled cups on a tray before storing in containers or bags.
- Reheat in an oven or air fryer for best texture.
- Silicone muffin liners help prevent sticking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
