Description
Crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, these cheesy mashed potato puffs are a crowd-pleasing appetizer or side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine mashed potatoes, cheddar cheese, flour, beaten egg, chives, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Shape the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Roll the balls in breadcrumbs, coating evenly.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or pot over medium-high heat.
- Carefully fry the potato puffs in batches until golden brown and heated through, about 3-4 minutes.
- Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- Serve hot.
Notes
- For best results, use cold mashed potatoes.
- You can add other cheeses like Monterey Jack or Gruyere.
- Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes for a healthier option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3-4 puffs
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: cheesy mashed potato puffs, potato balls, fried potatoes, appetizer, side dish, comfort food