Description
Crispy on the outside, cheesy and gooey on the inside—these potato balls are the ultimate snack or side dish. Easy to prep, make ahead, and always a hit.
Ingredients
2 cups mashed potatoes (cold)
1 cup mozzarella or cheddar cheese, cubed
1 egg (beaten)
1/2 cup flour
1 cup breadcrumbs
Salt and pepper to taste
Oil for frying
Instructions
1. Scoop cold mashed potato and flatten in your palm.
2. Place a cheese cube in the center and roll into a ball.
3. Dip each ball into flour, then beaten egg, then breadcrumbs.
4. Chill or freeze for 15 minutes.
5. Heat oil to 350°F and fry until golden brown.
6. Drain on paper towel and serve hot.
Notes
Add herbs or spices to your mash for flavor variations.
Freeze uncooked balls for quick future snacks.
Reheat leftovers in oven or air fryer for crispiness.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Snack
- Method: Fried
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 balls
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 28mg