Air Fryer Mashed Potato Balls
A quick and easy way to transform leftover mashed potatoes into crispy, cheesy balls of joy using your air fryer. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or side dish!
Equipment
- Air-fryer
- Mixing bowl
- Refrigeration Container
- Cooking spray
- Baking Sheet or Plate
Ingredients
- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- Chives or green onions optional
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, cheese, breadcrumbs, egg, and chives (if using). Season with salt and pepper.
- Chill the mixture in the fridge for about 30 minutes to firm up.
- Roll the mixture into small balls, about 1-2 inches in diameter.
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F.
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray.
- Place the potato balls in the basket in a single layer, leaving space for them to expand.
- Cook for about 12-15 minutes, turning them halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
- Let them cool for a few minutes before serving. Dip, devour, and enjoy!
Notes
- If you want to up the crunch factor, you can double-coat the balls in breadcrumbs by dipping them in egg again and rolling them in breadcrumbs one more time before air frying.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute the breadcrumbs with crushed cornflakes or gluten-free breadcrumbs.
Nutrition
Serving: 2ballsCalories: 104kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 5gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.002gCholesterol: 21mgSodium: 140mgPotassium: 140mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 84IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 68mgIron: 1mg
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