A delicious potato recipe for kids! Mashed potatoes are loaded with cheese and broccoli then baked into delicious mashed potato bites that have kids happily eating their vegetables for dinner!
Looking for a tasty way to use leftover mashed potatoes? We’ve got a great solution – Cheesy Mashed Potato Bites. Kids love potatoes and these potato bites are a great way to sneak additional veggies into meals!
What Do I Need to Make Mashed Potato Bites?
These are super simple handheld potato cups that require just a few ingredients.
- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- 3 eggs
- 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup steamed broccoli
- salt and pepper to taste
- non-stick cooking spray
How to Make this leftover potato recipe for toddlers and kids
This recipe is super versatile. It’s a great use for leftover mashed potatoes but you can also you the boxed variety or make fresh mashed potatoes as well. All of these options work great!
- Combine leftover mashed potatoes with eggs and cheese.
- Gently stir in steamed broccoli.
- Bake 400° F for 20 minutes.
Substitution Ideas
You can change this recipe to have a different flavor or better meet the flavor your family prefers. Feel free to substitute with items you already have on hand.
- Add 1/2 cup ham or sausage crumbles
- swap spinach for broccoli
- use steamed mixed vegetables
- try different cheeses or a blend of cheese
- Mexican cheese and green chilis
- cauliflower and cheddar cheese
- Swiss cheese and peppers
Over mixing. Stir just until the ingredients are mixed.
Yes you can. Make sure to store the cooked potatoes in the fridge.
Yes, you can thicken mashed potatoes by using a thickening agent like cornstarch, flour, instant mashed potatoes, or a hard cheese such as parmesan.
Check Out More Recipes with Potatoes Below!
- Crustless Chicken Pot Pie
- Crock Pot Potato Soup
- Waffle Hash Browns
- Cheesy Potatoes
- Tater Tot Casserole
- Pork Loin Roasted With Veggies
- Spinach & Sweet Potato Frittata Muffins
- Crockpot Red Potatoes
Cheesy Mashed Potato Bites
Ingredients
- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- 3 eggs
- 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup steamed broccoli
- salt and pepper to taste
- non-stick cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Spray muffin tin with non-stick cooking spray.
- In a medium-sized bowl, combine mashed potatoes, eggs, and cheese.
- Gently stir in steamed broccoli.To steam broccoli, place in a microwave-safe bowl. Add 2-3 tablespoons water, cover. Microwave for 2-3 minutes, or until softened and bright green.
- Depending on seasoning of mashed potatoes, add salt and pepper if needed.
- Divide mixture into 6 muffin tins for large bites, or 12 for smaller potato bites. Use mini muffin tin if desired.
- Bake 400°F for 20 minutes.
- Serve immediately or freeze for later.
Jess says
My kids loved these! What a delicious way to use leftover mashed potatoes.
Jessica says
Love it. Left out the broccoli cause I was out and my hubby and I destroyed them. Kids didn’t even get the chance to ask for more 😅
I’m excited to try different add ins besides the broccoli as well like spinach, tomatoes, and corn