Description
Fluffy mashed potato nests filled with sharp cheddar cheese and scallions, baked to golden perfection. These handheld bites deliver creamy interiors and crispy edges, perfect for holidays or weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
3 lbs Russet Potatoes (peeled and quartered)
4 tbsp unsalted Butter
1/2 cup Heavy Cream (warm)
2 large Egg Yolks
1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese (finely shredded)
1/4 cup Scallions (finely sliced)
Salt/Pepper (to taste)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C)
Peel and quarter potatoes, boil in salted water until tender
Drain and return to pot to evaporate excess moisture
Mash potatoes with butter, cream, egg yolks, salt, and pepper until smooth
Transfer to piping bag fitted with 3/4-inch tip
Pipe potato into 12 mounds on parchment-lined baking sheet, forming crater-like centers
Top each nest with 1 tbsp shredded cheese and 1 tsp scallions
Bake for 18-20 minutes until golden and cheese is bubbly
Notes
Use high-starch potatoes for structure
Piping bag ensures uniform size and ridges
Optional add-ins: sautéed mushrooms or parsley
Store leftovers in airtight container up to 3 days
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Healthy Lunch Ideas for Work & School
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 nest
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 55mg