Cheesy Potato Cups are a savory, bite-sized treat that combines the creamy texture of mashed potatoes with the rich flavor of melted cheese. These crispy, golden cups are the perfect way to serve potatoes in a fun and delicious new way. Ideal as appetizers, side dishes, or even a snack, they are sure to be a hit at any gathering.
To make these cheesy potato cups, start by preparing a batch of mashed potatoes. You can use your favorite recipe or keep it simple with butter, cream, salt, and pepper. Once the potatoes are smooth and creamy, stir in plenty of shredded cheese—cheddar, mozzarella, or a blend of both works wonderfully. For extra flavor, you can mix in some cooked bacon, chopped green onions, or garlic powder.
Next, spoon the mashed potato mixture into a greased muffin tin, pressing down gently to form little cups. Top each cup with more cheese for a deliciously gooey finish, and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy on the edges.
These Cheesy Potato Cups are incredibly versatile. You can serve them as a hearty side dish alongside steak, chicken, or grilled vegetables, or use them as a fun appetizer for parties and potlucks. They’re even great for meal prep or lunchboxes, as they can be made ahead of time and reheated in the oven.
The combination of creamy mashed potatoes, gooey cheese, and a crispy exterior makes these cheesy potato cups a comforting and irresistible treat. Whether you’re serving them as part of a main meal or as a tasty snack, they’re sure to disappear fast!
Ingredients
- 2 cups potatoes peeled and grated
- 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
- 2 tablespoons chives chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a muffin tin with olive oil.
- In a large bowl, combine the grated potatoes, shredded cheese, chopped chives, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Scoop the potato mixture into the greased muffin tin, pressing down slightly to compact them.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until the tops are golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from oven and let cool slightly before removing from muffin tin. Serve warm.
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Meh, tasted like cardboard. Not worth the trouble. 🥴
I followed the recipe but mine fell apart. Did I miss somethin? 🤔
Super easy to make!! I didn’t have chives so used parsley instead. Still yum!
These are soooo good! I made them for my kids and they loved them!
Can I use mozzarella instead of cheddar?? Asking for a friend lol.
These are legit! Cheesy and crispy, perfect for a party! Definitely making again!
I don’t know… they seemed too greasy to me. 😒
I thought they were delicious! Maybe you used too much oil?
Not sure if I did it right, but mine turned out mushy. 😕 Maybe I added too much potato?
These Cheesy Potato Cups are a hit with my kids! They devoured them in no time. Will definitely make again!
Yum! I can smell them now! Woke up my neighbors with that aroma, haha.
Haha that’s awesome! I’d love to wake up to that smell. Did they end up wanting some? 😄
Smell is one thing, but taste is another. Hope they don’t taste as burnt as they smell! 😅
A delicious twist on regular potatoes! I love how crispy they get. Perfect party snack!
These sound awesome! I always look for new snack ideas for parties. I’m definitely going to try making these! 😍
Why are these called cups? They just look like piles of mashed potatoes to me.
Lol, I thought the same thing! They should just be called potato blobs. But they taste amazing!
I think they call them cups because of the muffin tin. But I get what you mean, they don’t really look like cups 😂.
Simple and easy to make, plus you can customize it! I added some bacon bits, yum!
Kinda bland for me. I think i would add more spices next time. 🤷♀️
Cheesey! Potatoes! Need I say more? 10 outta 10!
Seems a bit too cheesy for me. Isn’t that unhealthy? I prefer less cheese, don’t you?
I can’t believe how good they are! Just made them and everyone loved it! 😍