Welcome to a recipe for Air Fryer Mashed Potato Balls, a delicious and crispy snack that’s perfect for using up leftover mashed potatoes. These golden bites are easy to make and perfect as an appetizer, side dish, or snack. Follow this detailed guide to create mouthwatering mashed potato balls in your air fryer.
Ingredients
Before we start, let’s gather all the necessary ingredients for the mashed potato balls.
For the Mashed Potato Balls:
- 2 cups mashed potatoes (leftover or freshly made)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your favorite)
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup cooked bacon, crumbled (optional)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
- Non-stick cooking spray
Instructions
Step 1: Preparing the Mashed Potato Mixture
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, shredded cheese, green onions, crumbled bacon (if using), garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Shape the Mixture: Using your hands or a small cookie scoop, shape the mashed potato mixture into balls about the size of a golf ball. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.