Loaded Mashed Potato Bites
Delightful, crunchy on the outside and creamy on the inside, these Loaded Mashed Potato Bites are perfect for gatherings or enjoying at home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian (with substitution for bacon)
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups mashed potatoes (cooled)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 slices cooked bacon (crumbled)
- 2 tablespoons chopped chives or green onions
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned)
- Oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by gathering everything and cooling the mashed potatoes.
- Mix the mashed potatoes, cheddar cheese, bacon, chives, garlic powder, pepper, salt, egg, and flour in a bowl until combined.
- Shape the mixture into bite-sized balls about 1.5 inches in diameter.
- Coat each ball in breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat until hot.
- Cook the bites for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Serve with sea salt and enjoy!
Notes
These can be customized with different cheeses and add-ins like jalapeños or spinach for variations.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: mashed potatoes, appetizer, party snack, comfort food, vegetarian, fried bites