Description
These Loaded Mashed Potato Bites are a delicious way to use up leftover mashed potatoes. Packed with cheddar cheese, bacon, and green onions, these crispy bites are perfect for snacking or as an appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
Mashed Potato Bites:
- 2 cups mashed potatoes (cold and thick)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup cooked bacon (crumbled)
- 1/4 cup green onions (chopped)
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 large egg (lightly beaten)
- 3/4 cup breadcrumbs (divided)
- Oil for frying or baking spray
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, cheddar cheese, bacon, green onions, garlic powder, salt, pepper, egg, and 1/4 cup of the breadcrumbs. Mix until well blended.
- Scoop about 1 to 2 tablespoons of the mixture and form into small balls or patties.
- Roll each ball in the remaining breadcrumbs to coat.
- To fry: Heat 1/2 inch of oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the potato bites in batches for 2–3 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
- To bake: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place potato bites on a parchment-lined baking sheet, lightly spray with cooking oil, and bake for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until crispy and golden.
- Serve warm with sour cream, ranch, or your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- This recipe is perfect for using up leftover mashed potatoes.
- For extra crunch, use panko breadcrumbs.
- You can also air fry at 375°F for 10–12 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Frying or Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 bites
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
