Loaded Mashed Potato Bites
Delicious and crispy Loaded Mashed Potato Bites made from leftover mashed potatoes, packed with cheddar cheese and bacon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
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 (vegetable or canola)
Instructions
- Prepare your mashed potatoes: Start with chilled mashed potatoes, stirring well if using leftovers.
- Combine in a large bowl: Mix together mashed potatoes, cheddar cheese, bacon, chives, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt.
- Add egg and flour: Crack in the egg and mix until just combined.
- Shape the bites: Form the mixture into 1-inch balls or patties and place on a lined baking sheet.
- Prep your cooking station: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat until hot.
- Coat the bites: Roll each bite in breadcrumbs until fully coated.
- Fry the bites: Cook in hot oil for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Serve and enjoy: Best served immediately with dipping sauce.
Notes
Great for using up leftover mashed potatoes. Can also be baked instead of fried.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 bites
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: mashed potatoes, appetizer, comfort food, bites, snacks