Crispy Mashed Potato Cheese Puffs: The Best Comfort Snack
Deliciously crispy and cheesy, these mashed potato cheese puffs are the perfect comfort snack for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, shredded cheese, breadcrumbs, eggs, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Mix until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into small balls.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Fry the potato balls until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove and drain on paper towels before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add chopped herbs like chives or parsley.
- Make sure the oil is hot enough before adding the potato balls to prevent them from being greasy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Crispy Mashed Potato Cheese Puffs, Comfort Snack, Appetizer