Description
Cheesy Potato Bites are crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and loaded with cheese and savory flavors—perfect as a snack or appetizer.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine mashed potatoes, cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, green onions, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Form mixture into small bite-sized balls.
- Roll each ball in flour, dip in beaten egg, then coat with breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat.
- Fry the potato bites in batches until golden and crispy, about 2–3 minutes per batch.
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot.
Notes
- Ensure the mashed potatoes are not too wet or the bites may fall apart.
- These can be baked instead of fried for a lighter option.
- Try adding crumbled bacon or herbs for variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5 bites
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
