Cheesy Potato Puffs

These Cheesy Potato Puffs are the kind of snack you keep reaching for without realizing how many you’ve eaten. They’re easy to prepare, bake beautifully, and taste just like something you’d pick up from a bakery counter. Perfect for tea time, parties, or whenever a cheesy craving hits.

Why you will love this recipe?

If crispy, cheesy snacks with a little heat are your thing, you’ll love these potato puffs! They’re light and fluffy inside, golden and crunchy outside, and loaded with melty cheese and just the right spice.

Expert Tips for Best results!

• Measure Carefully – Measure ingredients accurately, especially spices and pastry, for a balanced taste and texture.
• Keep Pastry Cold – Use cold puff pastry to ensure a flaky and crisp texture, just like a bakery.
• Apply Egg Wash – Brush a generous layer of egg wash evenly over the pastries. This helps them develop a shiny, golden-brown finish and enhances the overall appearance while baking.
• Bake at High Temperature – Bake the pastries in a well-preheated oven at a high temperature. This helps achieve a crispy, golden exterior while ensuring the filling cooks evenly inside.
• Cool Before Serving – Let the puffs cool slightly on a wire rack before serving to maintain their perfect texture.

How to make Cheesy Potato Puffs?

Step 1: Boil and Mash Potatoes

Boil potatoes until they are tender. Then, mash them in a large bowl.

Step 2: Chop Onion, Green Chillies, and coriander

Chop onion green chillies, and some fresh coriander. Mix well.

Step 3: Add Spices

Add salt red chilli powder, chat masala (optional), chilli flakes, roasted cumin seeds, crushed coriander seeds, and lemon juice. Mix well.

Step 4: Prepare Puff Pastry and Assemble

Take 2-3 puff pastry sheets and cut them into squares. Apply chilli garlic sauce on each pastry square, followed by some potato mixture. Add shredded mozzarella cheese on top.

Step 5: Fold and Seal Puffs

Fold the pastry squares into triangles and seal the edges with a fork.

Step 6: Apply Egg wash and Sprinkle Seeds

Brush with egg wash and sprinkle some sesame and nigella seeds on top of each puff.

Step 7: Bake the Puff

Bake the puffs in a preheated oven at 200C for 15-20 minutes, or until crispy and golden.

Frequently asked questions for Cheesy Potato Puffs.

Why didn’t my puffs turn out flaky?
If your puffs didn’t turn out flaky, make sure you’re using cold puff pastry. Warm pastry softens too much and won’t puff up properly. Also, avoid rolling it out too thin, as this can prevent the layers from forming properly.

How do I know when they’re done?
The puffs should be golden brown and crispy on top. The pastry should be fully cooked, and the filling hot. If the bottoms look pale, bake for a couple more minutes.

How should I store Cheesy Potato Puffs?
Once cooled completely, store the baked potato puffs in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They stay fresh for up to 2–3 days. To bring back their crispiness, reheat them in a preheated oven or air fryer for a few minutes. Avoid microwaving, as it can make the pastry soft and soggy.

Can I store them at room temperature?
It’s best not to leave these puffs at room temperature for long, especially because of the potato and cheese filling. If needed, they can sit out for 2–3 hours when serving, but refrigeration is recommended for storage.

Can I freeze Cheesy Potato Puffs?
Yes, these puffs freeze very well. You can freeze them before or after baking.

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