mashed potato balls

Fried Mashed Potato Balls from Delish.com are crunchy, pillowy delights.

Fried Mashed Potato Balls

potatoes

bacon,

c. cheddar cheese

chives

garlic powder

Kosher salt

black pepper

egg, beaten

panko bread crumbs

Vegetable oil,

What's your favorite Thanksgiving leftover?

Added sour cream, used garlic salt and less Kosher salt. Dipped in sour cream soooo gooood

Great comfort food. I did the full blown deep fry but am excited to try air fry coming up 😋

You can also bake at 400 degrees until brown (about 5-10 minutes). They taste good refrigerated or reheated; but, best right out of the oven.

Love the recipe but gotta add minced onion and maybe a tad of minced green pepper. Going to hard to resist adding a bit of Tony Chachere to it too.

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They're basically the reason to make mashed potatoes.

Fried Mashed Potato Balls Are The Best Way To Use Up Leftovers

Mashed potato balls are a delicious appetizer that is crisp on the outside and soft, tender, and cheesy inside. Best way to use leftover mashed potatoes!

Mashed Potato Balls

1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded

1/4 cup green onions, finely chopped

paprika

salt (or

black pepper (or

breadcrumbs

vegetable oil (for frying)

In a large mixing bowl, add mashed potatoes, cheese, green onions, garlic powder, paprika, salt and pepper. Mix well until smooth.

Take 2 tablespoons of the potato mixuture at a time and shape into balls by hand, similar to shaping meatballs. Alternatively, you can use a cookie scoop to shape into even pieces.

Add breadcrumbs in a large bowl. Dip the mashed potato balls in crumbs and gently press crumbs around each ball to coat. 

Arrange the coated mashed potato balls evenly on a parchment-lined half sheet baking pan and transfer into the freezer. Freeze for 15-20 minutes to firm up. This helps the mashed potato bites hold their shape when deep-frying.

Add 2-inches of oil into a cooking pot and heat over medium-high heat until shimmering hot, about 3-4 minutes. Add the potato balls in batches (about 4-5 pieces each time) until crisp and golden brown, about 1-2 minutes. Turn the balls occasionally to get an even golden crust on all sides.

Transfer the potato balls to a paper towel lined plate to drain excess oil, and let them cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Crispy on the outside and creamy cheesy center mashed potato balls. Serve with a dip as an appetizer or enjoy with a main dish as a side dish.

Crispy Air Fryer Mashed Potato Balls

sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

egg, whisked

Panko

Dipping sauce (optional)

In a large mixing bowl add leftover mashed...

In a large mixing bowl add leftover mashed potatoes, egg and cheddar cheese. Mix until combined.

With a cookie scoop place potato balls on...

With a cookie scoop place potato balls on a parchment lined baking sheet.

Place in the refrigerator for 20 minutes or...

Place in the refrigerator for 20 minutes or up to an hour.

Remove potato balls from the refrigerator and roll...

Remove potato balls from the refrigerator and roll each ball in panko flakes and place back on the baking sheet.

Spray the insert of the Air fryer with...

Spray the insert of the Air fryer with non-stick cooking spray and place the mashed potato balls in a single layer making sure the air can circulate (don't over crowd).

Turn the air fryer to 375°F and set...

Turn the air fryer to 375°F and set the timer for 10 minutes. Turn over the potato balls after five minutes. Cook until crispy.

Place on a cooling rack and serve with...

Place on a cooling rack and serve with dipping sauce or garnish with diced onion, parsley or chives.

Place prepared potato balls on a parchment line...

Place prepared potato balls on a parchment line baking sheet.

Put prepared potatoes in the oven at 400°F...

Put prepared potatoes in the oven at 400°F for 10 minutes or until crispy. Turn balls once.

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