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Cheesy Potato Bites

Cheesy Potato Bites

These cheesy potato bites are crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and packed with melted cheese. They’re easy to bake, fry, or air fry and perfect for parties or snacking.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 (about 20 bites)
Course: Appetizer, Finger food, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups mashed potatoes from boiled potatoes
  • 1½ cups shredded cheese cheddar or mozzarella
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Oil for baking frying, or air frying

Method
 

  1. Boil potatoes until tender, drain, and mash smoothly. Let cool slightly.
  2. Mix mashed potatoes with cheese, breadcrumbs, egg, and seasonings.
  3. Shape mixture into bite-sized balls.
  4. Cook using your preferred method until golden and crispy.
  5. Rest briefly, then serve warm with dipping sauce.

Notes

  • Chill shaped bites if mixture feels soft
  • Use low-moisture cheese to prevent leaks
  • Reheat in air fryer for best texture