Mashed Potato Cupcakes

As a potato farmer’s wife you can imagine the amount of potatoes that are at my disposable. With potatoes at the ready at all times you can imagine that they are a staple in our diets.

One thing that I always make a double if not triple serving of is the mashed potatoes. Leftover mashed potatoes are so versatile and easy to incorporate in a multitude of recipes, including these Potato Cupcakes and Brownies. Yes I said mashed potato brownies, I encourage you to them check out.

Not only can you brown leftover mashed potatoes in a skillet in place of hashbrowns, they make amazing cupcakes. These are asked for time and again in our house. They give the usual mashed potatoes a different taste as they are filled with cheese and chives, and what kid doesn’t love a cupcake? I might be on to something on that front, wonder if I could make some broccoli cupcakes and pull it off?

2014-06-08 21:47:19

Turn leftover mashed potatoes into a fun leftover with these potato cupcakes.

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Ingredients

3 cups of mashed potatoes
2 eggs
1/3 cup sour cream
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (heaping cup)
2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, grated
2 tablespoons chives, chopped
Salt and pepper, to taste
Extra sour cream for serving

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
Lightly grease 9 of the wells of a nonstick muffin pan. I prefer butter keeping with the theme of mashed potatoes.
In a medium mixing bowl whisk the eggs.
Mix in the sour cream.
Stir in both cheeses and the chives.
Add potatoes and mix well.
Spoon them into the pan filling the cups full but not overflowing.
Bake 25- 35 minutes until the cupcakes are golden brown.
Remove from oven and let them cool 5 minutes. Remove from pan.
Serve with sour cream and extra cheese if desired.

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39 COMMENTS

Jade
10 years ago

Just wonder if you’ve tried freezing these? 🙂
- Brandy
  10 years ago AUTHOR
  
  I have frozen them already cooked Jade. I freeze them single file on a cookie sheet until solid and then I will put them into a ziploc bag. They taste great when reheated but they do not all keep their shape the best.
Lisa
11 years ago

What a great idea! I would have never thought of putting mashed potatoes in a cupcake. 🙂 Thanks for linking up with “Try a New Recipe Tuesday.” Hope you can join us again this week. http://our4kiddos.blogspot.com/2014/08/try-new-recipe-tuesday-august-5.html
StacieinAtlanta
11 years ago

That is a very neat and clever idea. I think my kids would love potatoes like this…..I’m going to give it a try.
Debi
11 years ago

When we make a huge batch of mashed potatoes I always have extras. So this is the perfect way to use them up.
- Brandy
  11 years ago AUTHOR
  
  I always make extra potatoes. Not only because I don’t really know how many to make but because there are so many things that can be done with them.
Dawn
11 years ago

It it’s a potato, then it’s for me! These look like something that I would definitely love!
- Brandy
  11 years ago AUTHOR
  
  They are so yummy Dawn and easy to adapt to a families needs. Add your families favorite veggies or some already cooked bacon for some variations.
Aimee Smith
11 years ago

This is such a great idea! You could make so many variations of this!
- Brandy
  11 years ago AUTHOR
  
  They are great to add a variety of vegetables or bacon to. I love mine with canned asparagus or broccoli. Of course bacon makes everything better as well!
Jennifer Soltys
11 years ago

Yes! This is a fabulous idea and I must try them!!
Liz Mays
11 years ago

Such a nice twist on potatoes and great change of pace. I can’t wait to try them!
- Brandy
  11 years ago AUTHOR
  
  They are delicious Liz and so easy to adapt to your families tastes. Just a hint bacon makes everything better!
Sandra
11 years ago

So cute and my kids would love these!
- Brandy
  11 years ago AUTHOR
  
  They are always a hit at parties Sandra with the kids. Easy to adapt to your kids favorite flavors.
Amy Desrosiers
11 years ago

These looks totally awesome,and are exactly what I’d want for a snack! I love potatoes so much!
- Brandy
  11 years ago AUTHOR
  
  They would be yummy as a snack. I find they don’t hold their shape well in the microwave but they still taste yummy!
Ann BAcciaglia
11 years ago

Pinned this to my KickAss Food board. I am going to make this asap. Thank you so much for sharing.
tammileetips
11 years ago

I always over make mashed potatoes. Those look like an amazing way to use up leftovers!
- Brandy
  11 years ago AUTHOR
  
  I love leftover mashed potatoes. They are so versatile!
Pam
11 years ago

This looks like a way to use leftovers that my kids would actually eat! I bet these are great.
- Brandy
  11 years ago AUTHOR
  
  They are always a hit in our house Pam. Easy to adjust the flavors as well. I often will mix in some canned asparagus or broccoli in just mine.
Janel
11 years ago

These look so fun! What a great idea!!
susan
11 years ago

this looks like an amazing side dish, such a break form the normal mashed potatoes.
Amber Edwards
11 years ago

Those are such a fun twist to the usual concept of a sweet cupcake! I would love to give this one a try for a brunch party.
- Brandy
  11 years ago AUTHOR
  
  They are always a hit at brunches or BBQ’s. You can also mix in any veggies or meats you might like. Bacon is always a great addition.
Chelley @ AisForAdelaide
11 years ago

I want to eat these right now! I love perfectly portioned foods- for myself and my toddler! Makes mealtime way less of a struggle for us all! Pinning now!!!
- Brandy
  11 years ago AUTHOR
  
  Having them portioned out does help me with over dishing.
Jen Temcio @dapperhouse
11 years ago

These sound easy to make and delish – they Look AMAZING! I am going to try these tonight, and I AM going to try and sneak in a bit of brocolli 🙂
- Brandy
  11 years ago AUTHOR
  
  Canned asparagus is a great addition as well Jen.
Angela S
11 years ago

This is such a fun twist on mashed potatoes. The kids would get a kick out of this.
- Brandy
  11 years ago AUTHOR
  
  The kids love telling people we had cupcakes for dinner. Oh the looks I sometimes get!
Amanda A
11 years ago

oh my kids would get kick out of these! they look yummy
Laura (Lauras Little House Tips)
11 years ago

These look delicious. I really like that idea for portion control that is my biggest obstacle i love to eat haha. I crave Mashed Potato’s all the time and can’t wait to try this 🙂
Jenn
11 years ago

These look so good! I’m guessing you read my mind that I was just craving carbs. LOL! I’m gonna have to try these the next time I need a starchy side!
Mama to 5 BLessings
11 years ago

what a great idea, bite sized are great for portion control!
Tammi @ My Organized Chaos
11 years ago

How cute! Maybe my kids would actually eat mashed potatoes if I made these!
Robin (Masshole Mommy)
11 years ago

Love it! These are right up my alley and I would probably end up eating them all, but hey – that’s ok, right?
Megan
11 years ago

Yum! These look really tasty and what a clever idea. Everything is better in a cupcake!