Swiss Potato Puffs

Total Time

Prep: 20 min. Bake: 20 min.

Makes

about 3 dozen

Updated: Aug. 23, 2023
Encourage guests to mingle by serving these cute little morsels. They’re transportable, mess-free and easy to eat in a few bites. —Myra Innes, Auburn, Kansas
Swiss Potato Puffs Recipe photo by Taste of Home

Ingredients

  • 1-1/3 cups water
  • 1/4 cup butter, cubed
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup mashed potato flakes
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup shredded Gruyere or Swiss cheese

Directions

  1. In a large saucepan, bring the water, butter and salt to a boil. Remove from the heat.
  2. Combine the flour and potato flakes; slowly stir into pan. Cook and stir over medium heat until a smooth ball forms. Remove from the heat. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Continue beating until mixture is smooth and shiny. Stir in cheese.
  3. Drop by tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 18-22 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts

1 potato puff: 37 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 22mg cholesterol, 53mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.