Crispy Baked Potato Puffs

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Crispy Baked Potato Puffs.

1. Step 1

   Start by quartering your Yukon gold potatoes and placing them in a large pot.

2. Step 2

   Cover the potatoes with salted water and bring it to a boil.

3. Step 3

   Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low and let them simmer until they’re tender, which should take about 15 minutes.

4. Step 4

   After they’re cooked, drain the potatoes and mash them until smooth, then set them aside to cool a bit.

5. Step 5

   While the potatoes are cooling, preheat your oven to a toasty 450°F (230°C) and generously grease 24 mini muffin cups with butter to ensure your puffs come out easily.

6. Step 6

   In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine water and butter, adding a pinch of salt for flavor.

7. Step 7

   Heat this mixture until the butter melts and starts to bubble.

8. Step 8

   Gradually stir in the flour, mixing until the dough pulls away from the sides of the pan and forms a cohesive ball.

9. Step 9

   Once your dough is ready, transfer it to a bowl and let it cool for about 5 minutes.

10. Step 10

    When it’s cool enough to handle, mix in the eggs using a spatula until the dough becomes soft and sticky.

11. Step 11

    Now, fold in 2 cups of your mashed potatoes along with a pinch of salt, a dash of cayenne pepper, and a sprinkle of nutmeg for that extra warmth and flavor.

12. Step 12

    Mix everything together until it’s well combined.

13. Step 13

    Next, scoop the potato dough into your greased muffin cups, filling each one about three-quarters full.

14. Step 14

    Pop them into your preheated oven and bake for around 20 minutes, or until they’re beautifully golden brown and puffed up.

15. Step 15

    Once they’re done, let them rest for a minute before carefully transferring them to a wire rack.

16. Step 16

    Allow them to cool for about 5 minutes, then serve them warm and enjoy the delightful flavors of your homemade potato puffs!.