Description
Discover the joy of crispy Air Fryer Cheesy Mashed Potato Balls! These delightful bites combine fluffy mashed potatoes and melty cheese, creating a perfect snack or appetizer for any gathering. Easy to make and irresistible, they’re sure to impress your family and friends. Enjoy them warm with your favorite dipping sauce for a truly satisfying treat!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups mashed potatoes (preferably leftover)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your mashed potatoes by boiling peeled potatoes until fork-tender, then mash until smooth.
- Stir in shredded cheese, chopped green onions, salt, and pepper into the warm mashed potatoes.
- Form small golf ball-sized portions from the potato mixture and tightly pack them.
- Dip each ball in beaten egg, then roll in panko breadcrumbs until fully coated.
- Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (190°C). Arrange the potato balls in a single layer in the basket and cook for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 93
- Sugar: 0.3g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 4.6g
- Saturated Fat: 2.2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10.9g
- Fiber: 0.7g
- Protein: 3.5g
- Cholesterol: 37mg