Doing the Mashed Potato Balls
Take your comfort food game to the next level with "Doing the Mashed Potato Balls," a crowd-pleasing appetizer or side dish that's irresistibly crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside. Crafted from seasoned mashed potatoes, cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and green onions, these bite-sized delights are rolled into perfection, coated in a golden breadcrumb crust, and deep-fried for ultimate crunch. Easy to prepare with less than 30 minutes of total cooking time, these potato balls are ideal for game days, holiday gatherings, or anytime you crave something indulgent. Serve them fresh and hot with your favorite dipping sauces like ranch, sour cream, or spicy ketchup for a snack that's sure to impress. Whether you're a fan of cheesy potatoes or love fried finger foods, this recipe will hit all the right notes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups mashed potatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.25 cups chopped green onions
- 0.5 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1.5 cups breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped green onions, crumbled bacon, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Using your hands or a small ice cream scoop, portion out the mixture and roll it into golf-ball-sized balls.
Arrange three separate bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and the third with breadcrumbs.
Roll each mashed potato ball first in the flour, then dip it into the beaten eggs, and finally coat it in breadcrumbs. Ensure each ball is fully coated at every step.
Place the coated mashed potato balls on a plate or tray and refrigerate for 15 minutes to help them firm up.
While the potato balls are chilling, heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large heavy-bottomed pot to 350°F (175°C).
Carefully add a few mashed potato balls to the hot oil at a time, making sure not to overcrowd the pot. Fry for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy on all sides.
Remove the fried potato balls with a slotted spoon and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
Repeat the frying process with the remaining mashed potato balls.
Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce, such as ranch, sour cream, or spicy ketchup.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1770 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 174.1 g | 223% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.2 g | 151% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 99 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 850 mg | 37% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.3 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.4 g | ||
| Protein | 17.8 g | 36% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 186 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 387 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
