Description
Indulge in the crispy satisfaction of Fried Potato Balls, a delightful snack that transforms leftover mashed potatoes into golden, cheesy bites. Coated with crunchy panko breadcrumbs and filled with savory ingredients like cheddar cheese and bacon, these fried potato spheres are perfect for parties or cozy evenings at home. Simple to prepare and endlessly customizable, they offer a delicious burst of flavor in every bite. Whether served with your favorite dipping sauce or alongside fresh salads, Fried Potato Balls are sure to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups leftover mashed potatoes
- 3 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
- ⅔ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp chives, sliced
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Kosher salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1⅓ cups panko bread crumbs
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the leftover mashed potatoes, crumbled bacon, cheddar cheese, chives, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well mixed.
- Shape the mixture into balls about 1-2 inches in diameter.
- Roll each ball in the beaten eggs and then coat thoroughly with panko bread crumbs.
- For stovetop frying: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet to 375°F and fry the balls in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
- For air frying: Arrange the balls in a single layer in an air fryer basket and cook at 375°F for approximately 10 minutes until golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball (45g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg