Description
These crispy mashed potato cheese bites are perfect as an appetizer. Made with simple ingredients, they’re easy to prepare and deliciously crunchy on the outside with a gooey cheese center.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups cold mashed potatoes
- 1 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1 large egg, beaten
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten (for breading)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the cold mashed potatoes, shredded cheese, green onions, beaten egg, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined and forms a thick dough.
- Scoop about 1-2 tablespoons of the mixture and roll into balls. Place on a baking sheet and refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up.
- Prepare three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs.
- Roll each potato ball in flour, then dip in egg, and finally coat with breadcrumbs. Set aside.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 375°F (190°C). Fry the bites in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per batch. Drain on paper towels.
Notes
Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce like ketchup or sour cream. These can be baked instead of fried for a healthier option: preheat oven to 400°F and bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Method: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 2g
- Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Protein: 9g