Ingredients
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- 4 cups mashed potatoes (leftover or freshly made)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well until everything is evenly distributed.
- Roll the mashed potato mixture into 1-inch balls. Place the flour, beaten egg, and breadcrumbs in separate shallow dishes.
- Dredge each potato ball in the flour, then dip it in the beaten egg, and finally coat it with breadcrumbs, ensuring it's fully covered.
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray.
- Place the potato balls in the air fryer basket in a single layer, being careful not to overcrowd them. You may need to cook them in batches.
- Air fry for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy, flipping halfway through to ensure even cooking. Serve immediately.
Notes
For extra flavor, add finely chopped chives or turkey bacon bits to the mashed potato mixture. To make ahead, prepare the potato balls and refrigerate them for up to 24 hours before air frying. Reheat leftover cheesy mashed potato balls in the air fryer for a few minutes to restore crispiness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 4 balls)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 45mg