🥔 Stuffed Mashed Potato Nests (Crispy Cups with Creamy Filling)
These are crispy on the outside, soft inside mashed potato “nests” filled with whatever you like—cheese, chicken, veggies, or even eggs.
🧾 Ingredients
For the potato nests:
- 4 medium potatoes
- 2 tbsp butter
- ÂĽ cup milk
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 egg yolk (helps structure)
- 2–3 tbsp grated cheese (optional but recommended)
For stuffing (choose one or mix):
- Cooked shredded chicken OR
- Sautéed vegetables OR
- Minced beef OR
- Fried egg (for breakfast style)
- Cheese (mozzarella/cheddar)
👨‍🍳 Instructions
1. Boil & mash
- Boil potatoes until soft
- Mash with butter, milk, salt, pepper
- Mix in egg yolk and cheese for richness
2. Shape the nests
- Grease a muffin tray
- Spoon mashed potato into each cup
- Press down in the center to form a “nest” shape with walls
3. Bake for crispiness
- Bake at 200°C (400°F) for 20–25 minutes
- Edges should turn golden and slightly crisp
4. Add filling
- Remove from oven
- Fill each nest with your chosen stuffing
- Top with cheese if desired
5. Final bake
- Bake again for 5–10 minutes until cheese melts and everything is hot
🔥 Tips for best results
- Dry potatoes well after boiling (less water = crispier nests)
- Don’t make nests too thick or they stay soft
- Brush edges with a little butter before baking for extra crunch
🍽️ Serving ideas
- As appetizers for parties
- Breakfast nests with egg + cheese
- Dinner side with grilled chicken or steak
- Snack with ketchup, garlic mayo, or chili sauce
If you want, I can give you a crispy air fryer version or a cheese-loaded restaurant-style version.
