Description
Deliciously indulgent cheesy mashed potato balls with a crispy exterior and creamy center, perfect for family dinners or parties.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups mashed potatoes (fresh or leftover)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: cooked bacon, green onions, or jalapeños
Instructions
- Prep the potatoes: Peel and boil fresh potatoes until tender, drain, and let cool slightly.
- Mash the potatoes: Use a potato masher or ricer to create a smooth mixture. Stir in butter, cream, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Incorporate cheese: Fold in shredded cheese until evenly distributed.
- Form the balls: Take small amounts of potato mixture and roll them into 1.5-inch balls.
- Prepare for coating: Arrange breadcrumbs on a plate.
- Coat with breadcrumbs: Roll each potato ball in the breadcrumbs, covering them evenly.
- Choose your cooking method: Fry in oil for 3-4 minutes per side or bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes.
Notes
Consider chilling the balls before cooking; they hold their shape better this way. Customize with different cheeses and herbs for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying or Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 175
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 37mg
Keywords: cheesy, mashed potatoes, comfort food, appetizers, vegetarian