Potato Cheese Bites (Printable Version)

# What You'll Need:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 2 eggs, beaten
02 - Salt to taste
03 - 1/3 cup sour cream
04 - 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
05 - 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese if you want
06 - 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
07 - 1 cup shredded cheese like cheddar, mozzarella, or any that melts easily
08 - 3 cups chilled mashed potatoes

→ Optional Substitutions

09 - Swap in gluten-free flour instead of all-purpose to keep it gluten-free
10 - Try lactose-free cheese and sour cream to skip the lactose

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Once they’re out, let them cool a bit before you pop them out of the tin. Enjoy alone, or dunk them in whatever dip you like, or serve with dinner.
02 - Chuck the tin into your hot oven. Bake for 20–25 minutes until the tops go golden and puff up.
03 - Fill each muffin spot about three-quarters with batter. Leave room for puffing up.
04 - Stir mashed potatoes into the eggy mixture. Mix just enough so everything’s together—don’t overdo it, or they’ll be dense.
05 - Toss in your shredded cheese, Parmesan, and chopped chives. Mix around so it’s all spread out.
06 - Grab a big bowl and whisk those eggs and sour cream together until smooth and blended.
07 - Fire up your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease your muffin tin a little so nothing sticks.

# Additional Tips:

01 - Cold mashed potatoes make them less likely to fall apart once baked.
02 - Throw in some rosemary or thyme if you want a different flavor kick.
03 - For a tasty crunch, add breadcrumbs on top before popping into the oven.
04 - Try swapping in cheeses like blue, Gruyère, or Gouda for something different.