Description
These Crispy Potato Cheese Bites are the perfect blend of creamy mashed potatoes, gooey cheddar, and crisp breadcrumbs. Whether fried or baked, they make a delightful appetizer or snack for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Mashed Potatoes:
- 2 cups mashed potatoes (cooled)
Cheese Mixture:
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 egg, beaten
- 3/4 cup breadcrumbs (plus extra for coating)
Additional:
- Oil for frying or baking
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine mashed potatoes, cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, green onions, garlic powder, salt, pepper, egg, and breadcrumbs. Blend well until mixture holds its shape.
- Shape and Coat: Scoop tablespoons of mixture, roll into balls. Coat each ball in breadcrumbs.
- For Frying: Fry bites in hot oil for 2–3 minutes, turning until golden. Drain on paper towels.
- For Baking: Preheat oven to 400°F. Bake bites on a parchment-lined sheet for 18–20 minutes until crisp, flipping halfway.
- Serve hot with dipping sauce.
Notes
- You can freeze before cooking for make-ahead convenience.
- Enhance with chopped cooked bacon or jalapeños for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying or Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 bites
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
