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.
Nutrition
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?
I gotta say, I’m not a fan of chives. Can I just use plain potatoes?
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! 😅
These are just okay, nothing special. I was expecting more. 🤷♀️
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! 😍
Not bad, but I’d prefer them with bacon bits for sure!
Bacon bits would definitely add some extra flavor! Great idea!
I don’t think this is enough cheese. Gotta up the cheddar next time! 🧀
Wait, can I use sweet potatoes instead? Asking for a friend.
What if I use sweet potatoes instead? Would it change the taste alot?
I made these and they were OK, but my kids think they look funny lol!
These taste just like my grandma’s famous dish! So nostalgic. 🥰
Is it possible this recipe could use more cheese? Asking. 😄
Yum! My kids loved them. I added some bacon bits for extra flavor.
Honestly, I think I overcooked mine. They turned out too dry. Not sure if I want to try again.
These cheesy potato cups are fantastic! They were a hit at my party. Will definitely make again.
Just wow. Can’t believe how easy and delicious these are! Thank you!
My oven is broken, so I tried frying these instead. They just fell apart. Fail!
Oh no! Maybe they needed more binding? Like an egg or something? Just a thought!
I never could cook. But even I can’t mess this up. Good recipe!
I thought this was going to taste weird, but I was wrong! They’re actually good!
I know, right? They look so simple but they taste amazing! Glad you tried them!
Really? I thought they would be bland. I might give it a shot now!
These are so delicious! My kids loved them!
These were good! My grandma used to make something similar. Nostalgia!
Really easy to make, but mine burnt on the bottoms. 😫
I had the same issue! Maybe try reducing the baking time a bit? They still taste great even if they’re a little burnt on the bottom.
You musta had your oven too hot! Just keep an eye on them next time. They should be perfect if you follow the time.
Cheesy goodness! Gonna try with bacon bits next time. Yum!
Bacon bits sound like an awesome idea! I might try that too! 😋
Is it really enough cheese? I think it needed more for extra flavor.
I think it’s just right! Too much cheese can make it greasy, but I love a good cheesy flavor myself!
Do you have to use chives? I don’t like them.
You can totally leave out the chives! The cheese and potatoes are the main flavors anyway.
I dunno man, it’s just grated potatoes? How is that special?
I think it’s special because of the cheese and chives! Cheese makes everything better 😍.
Grated potatoes can be really tasty if you prepare them right! Just try them, you might be surprised!
These are so delicious! Perfect for a snack. Will definitely make again!
I made these last week and my kids loved them too! Such a hit at our family gathering!
Super simple and quick recipe! Definitely a keeper!
Why not just make mashed potatoes instead? Seems pointless.
Super easy and cheesy! My kids loved them.
I made these, and my kids were fighting over the last one! Definitely a keeper!
Sounds good, but isn’t it just glorified hash browns? Cheese or no cheese, they are still potatoes!
I tried it but didn’t like the texture. Too mushy for my taste!