Cheesy Mashed Potato Cups

Cheesy Mashed Potato Cups

Creamy, Cheesy and Extra Chunky Potatoes

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Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 15m
Cook Time: 20m
Total Time: 35m
Temp.: 350 °F
Servings: 12
Difficulty: Easy
4.9 (13 Reviews)
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Ingredients

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Nutritional Information

572
calories
15,1g
fat
92,8g
carbohydrates
18,7g
protein
42mg
cholesterol
446mg
sodium
Cheesy Mashed Potato Cups

Recipe Description

These Cheesy Mashed Potato Cups are by far the simplest cheesy and chunky, mashed potato recipe I have ever used. Simply boil potatoes, season with salt and pepper; and mash with butter and milk for an extra creamy yet still chunky texture. Melt handfuls of shredded cheese over the top of each serving and garnish with dried parsley. It’s just yum, yum, yum! 

To make Cheesy Mashed Potato Cups, you will need the following ingredients:

Ingredients for Cheesy Mashed Potato Cups

Steps to make

  1. 1

    Boil potatoes

    10 min
    Step 1 - Cheesy Mashed Potato Cups

    In a large saucepan, cover potatoes with enough water and bring to a boil then reduce the heat; cover and cook for 10-15 minutes until softened. Drain excess liquid from the potatoes.

  2. 2

    Mash potatoes

    2 min
    Step 2 - Cheesy Mashed Potato Cups

    In a large bowl with milk, butter, salt and pepper, mash the potatoes until smooth.

  3. 3

    Add cheese

    1 min
    Step 3 - Cheesy Mashed Potato Cups

    Add 1⅓ cups of shredded cheese and stir to mix through.

  4. 4

    Prepare pans

    1 min
    Step 4 - Cheesy Mashed Potato CupsStep 4 - Cheesy Mashed Potato Cups

    Lightly grease 2 x 6-portion muffin trays and divide the mashed potato, evenly between the muffin cups.

  5. 5

    Add toppings

    1 min
    Step 5 - Cheesy Mashed Potato Cups

    Top with sprinkles of remaining cheese and dried parsley over each serving.

  6. 6

    Freeze

    Step 6 - Cheesy Mashed Potato Cups

    If not serving immediately, cover and freeze for up to 3 months.

  7. 7

    Bake

    20 min
    Step 7 - Cheesy Mashed Potato Cups

    Bake in the oven at 350 °F for 15-20 minutes until heated through and the cheese is melted all over.

  8. 8

    Baking from frozen

    Step 8 - Cheesy Mashed Potato Cups

    If baking after frozen, thaw in the refrigerator before baking as directed in step 7.

Are you looking for a new side dish recipe? Then you’ve got to try these Cheesy Mashed Potato Cups. It’s just one of those real feel good foods that everyone will love! Let us know what you think and tag #cookmerecipes in your own pictures and recipes online!

About the author

Lilly Mathuse

Lilly is an enthusiastic and cheerful young mom. She knows as well as any parent that children can be really picky when it comes to food. And she’s had plenty of experience trying to cook meals that are both tasty and nutritious, and able to satisfy the tastes of a fussy kid right away! To save you some precious time, Lilly's going to share with you all the tricks she learned the hard way, so you don’t have to! She has a wealth of recipes for quick and easy meals for kids and families on a budget.

Recipe Reviews

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4.9 out of 5 (13 reviews)
Zach
March 21, 2025
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These Cheesy Mashed Potato Cups are so easy to make, I whipped them up for a family dinner. My kids loved them! They’re creamy and cheesy, a total hit. I even added some garlic for an extra kick, yum! It's a perfect recipe to impress without much effort.

Penny
September 21, 2024
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So creamy goodness

Olive
August 10, 2024
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OMG! These Cheesy Mashed Potato Cups are a game changer! I made them for my husband and he couldn’t get enough. The creamy texture is just perfect. I'm thinking of making this for our next family dinner, it’s so simple and delish!

Diana Smith
February 29, 2024
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I made these Cheesy Mashed Potato Cups for a cozy night in, and they were just perfect! The simplicity of boiling and mashing the potatoes made it easy for me as a single gal. The cheesy top took it to the next level! My friends were so impressed.

Ethan
June 15, 2023
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So easy, bro! Whipped these up last night and felt like a chef haha! They were a hit, super cheesy and delish. I felt like a rockstar serving them. Highly recommending, trust me!

Olivia
April 3, 2023
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Simply delicious recipe. I made these for a small gathering and they were gone in minutes. Everyone loved the cheesy goodness and the crunchy garnish. Will definitely make again soon.

Jenny
April 27, 2022
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These Cheesy Mashed Potato Cups are totally awesome! Made em for my friends last weekend, and they were gone in a flash. Super easy to whip up and so cheesy. Even my picky roommate loved em. Def making again.

Xena
August 15, 2021
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I made these Cheesy Mashed Potato Cups for a potluck and everyone loved them. The recipe was super easy to follow and they turned out creamy and delicious. I felt proud to share such a tasty dish, Thanks to this recipe, it made my day special.

Gina
July 29, 2021
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I tried these Cheesy Mashed Potato Cups for a small dinner party, and they were a hit! The simplicity is amazing, and the taste is rich and comforting. I remember my grandma used to make a similar dish. It brought back such fond memories. Thank you for sharing this recipe!

Kenny
June 19, 2021
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Absolutely love ‘em! So easy and tasty!

Quinlan
October 10, 2020
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Delicious! These Cheesy Mashed Potato Cups remind me of family gatherings where we always had comforting food. They were a hit with everyone, and I found the recipe super easy to follow—definitely making them again!

Olivia Johnson
September 15, 2019
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I made these for my movie night and everyone was in love! So easy and cheezy, just like my corn dog memories. A total crowd-pleaser!

Athina
September 13, 2019
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Thank you! Approved!

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