Air Fryer Cheesy Mashed Potato Balls
Indulge in crispy Air Fryer Cheesy Mashed Potato Balls that are gooey inside! Perfect as a snack or side dish—try them today!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings (12 balls) 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups chilled mashed potatoes
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg, beaten
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
- Cooking spray or olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the mashed potatoes if needed, ensuring they're chilled and firm.
- In a large bowl, mix the chilled mashed potatoes with mozzarella or cheddar, Parmesan, beaten egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Roll the mixture into uniform balls (about 1 tablespoon each).
- Coat each ball in breadcrumbs until evenly covered.
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Lightly spray the potato balls with cooking spray or drizzle with olive oil.
- Arrange in a single layer in the air fryer and cook for 8-10 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Let cool briefly before serving with dipping sauces.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 balls (90g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg