Description
Air Fryer Cheesy Mashed Potato Balls are the ultimate comfort food, featuring a crispy golden crust surrounding a gooey, cheesy center. Perfect for family gatherings or game nights, these bites of joy are easy to prepare and sure to impress your guests. Customize them with your favorite herbs or mix in some bacon for an added twist. Serve hot with your choice of dipping sauce, and watch everyone dive in for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups mashed potatoes (about 500g)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar and mozzarella mix)
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup chopped green onions
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the mashed potatoes until smooth. If using leftover potatoes, warm them slightly first.
- Stir in the shredded cheese, chopped green onions, salt, pepper, and beaten eggs until well combined.
- Form the mixture into golf ball-sized balls and roll each in breadcrumbs until coated.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and arrange the potato balls in a single layer in the basket.
- Cook for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- Let cool slightly before serving with your favorite dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
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: 40mg