Fried mashed potato balls

Mashed potato balls are a delicious appetizer that is crisp on the outside and soft, tender, and cheesy inside. Best way to use leftover mashed potatoes!

FRIED MASHED POTATO BALLS loaded with bacon, cheese, and onions are perfect for Thanksgiving leftovers! Put those leftover potatoes to good use and fry up some cheesy mashed potato bites. These loaded mashed potato balls make the ultimate appetizer or side dish!

These aren't croquettes (they're not coated in breadcrumbs) and they're not fritters either (there's no batter involved). You gotta admit, they do look a lot like a Southern hushpuppy (no cornmeal in them though), and, although similar, they sure as hell aren't my rendition of Tater Tots (a manufactured shredded hash-brown-type product mixed with flour). These are, in fact, deep-fried mashed potatoes. My grandmother, an Eastern European heritaged woman, who knew a thing or two about potato…

These Fried Mashed Potatoes come together in just minutes with your leftover mashed potatoes! #appetizerrecipe #potatorecipe #leftoverrecipe #gamedayfood

Hot, crispy, and cheesy air fryer mashed potato balls are the best appetizer or side dish. Mashed potato balls are crispy on the outside and cheesy, creamy, and soft on the inside. You’ll be amazed by the perfectly crunchy texture with less oil. #appetizerideas #mashedpotao #crispypotato #airfryermashedpotatoballs

Potato balls are a delicious and satisfying snack that can be enjoyed any time of day

Deep Fried Loaded Mashed Potato Bites are little balls loaded with cheese, bacon, and green onions, then deep fried. #recipes via @peartreechefs

Fried Mashed Potato Balls - Peas and Crayons

These crispy Fried Mashed Potato Balls with ranch dip are a great way to use up leftover potatoes. Flavored with bacon and cheese plus some green onion.

A delicious way to repurpose leftover mashed potatoes into crispy, cheesy balls perfect for snacking or as a side dish.

Any type of potato can be used to make the recipe. I prefer white potatoes, however. The same applies to the ground beef - any cut can be used. Again, my preference is lean. In this recipe, we add corn, but mixed veggies will suffice as well. In terms of the mash, to keep it simple, we added salt and pepper. Some garlic powder and a bit of milk would certainly not go amiss though. [wpinsertshortcodead id="pgypi60b189d6e468e"]

These fried mashed potato balls are so tasty, you may find yourself cooking extra potatoes on purpose. They're a side dish that also makes a great snack or appetizer with your favorite dip.

Place the mashed potatoes in a bowl; bring to room temp. for about 30 minutes. Stir in the egg, cheese, onion and bacon bits. Shape into 1 in. balls; roll in bread crumbs....

Irish Boxtys are garlic mashed potatoes rolled in seasoned bread crumbs then flash fried and served warm with dipping sauces. A copycat recipe from Mcguire's Irish Pub.

Transform your leftover mashed potatoes into crispy, golden, cheesy delights with this air fryer mashed potato balls recipe.

Fried mashed potato & gravy bombs

However many you make... that's how many you'll eat!

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An Easy Air Fryer Mshed Potato Balls Recipe that is so TASTY! A creamy potato interior filled with cheese, bacon, and green onion, with a crispy coating! Easy Recipes are great for quick snacks or appetizers! Once potatoes are cooked these mashed potato bites are fried for only 5 minutes and they are ready to eat!