Description
Crispy, cheesy potato balls made in the air fryer, perfect for snacks or appetizers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2–3 cups chilled, well-seasoned mashed potatoes
- ½–¾ cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 beaten egg
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Panko breadcrumbs for coating
- Cooking spray or olive oil for air fryer
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the chilled mashed potatoes, shredded cheese, Parmesan, beaten egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until fully combined.
- Roll the mixture into 1–2 tablespoons sized balls.
- Coat each ball with panko breadcrumbs.
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray and arrange potato balls in a single layer.
- Cook for 10 to 12 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve immediately with your preferred dipping sauce.
Notes
For extra crunch, double coat with egg wash and breadcrumbs. To reheat, air-fry at 350°F for 3-4 minutes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg