Description
These potato balls are golden, crispy, and stuffed with a creamy, cheesy interior. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or party finger food, they combine comfort with elegance. Every bite gives a satisfying crunch followed by a soft, flavorful center that delights both kids and adults. Customize with herbs, cheese, or bacon for your personal touch. Serve them hot with dipping sauces to make them irresistible.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large Russet potatoes
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (or panko)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Neutral oil for frying
- Optional: chopped herbs, bacon bits, or nutmeg
Instructions
- Boil potatoes until tender and mash with butter, salt, and pepper.
- Mix in cheese, egg, and optional fillings until well combined.
- Shape mixture into golf ball-sized balls.
- Coat each ball in breadcrumbs (double coat for extra crunch).
- Heat oil to medium-high and fry balls until golden brown, about 5–7 minutes.
- Drain on paper towels and serve warm with dipping sauces.
Notes
- Chill mixture before shaping for easier handling.
- Fry in batches to prevent soggy balls.
- Customize fillings and breadcrumbs to your taste.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack / Appetizer
- Method: Frying or Baking
- Cuisine: International / Comfort food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 20–24
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180g
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg