Air Fryer Cheesy Mashed Potato Balls
Air Fryer Cheesy Mashed Potato Balls are the ultimate comfort food, delivering a deliciously crispy exterior and an irresistibly gooey center that will have everyone coming back for more. Perfect as a snack or side dish, these cheesy bites can be made quickly using leftover mashed potatoes or a fresh batch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 20 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups chilled mashed potatoes
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 beaten egg
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
- Cooking spray or olive oil
Instructions
- If needed, prepare your mashed potatoes in advance and chill them in the fridge.
- In a large bowl, mix the chilled mashed potatoes with mozzarella or cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, beaten egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Form the mixture into balls using about one tablespoon of the mixture per ball.
- Roll each ball in breadcrumbs until fully coated.
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Lightly spray the potato balls with cooking oil and arrange them in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Cook for 8-10 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball (30g)
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg