Potato Cheese Bombs recipe
Prep Time
20min
Cook Time
10min
Total Time
30min

Crispy potato balls filled with gooey mozzarella cheese, perfect for a flavorful snack.

Ingredients

4 Servings
(1 serving = 3-4 potato cheese bombs)

Potato Mixture

  • 2cups
    mashed potatoes
  • 1tsp
    flour
  • 1tsp
    cayenne pepper
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Filling and Coating

  • Mozzarella cheese cubes
  • 1
    egg
  • 1tbsp
    sweet and sour sauce
  • 1/2cup
    flour
  • Panko breadcrumbs
  • Oil for deep frying

How to make Potato Cheese Bombs

Prepare the Potato Mixture

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, 1 tsp flour, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Mix well until smooth and evenly combined.

Form the Potato Balls

  1. Take a small portion of the potato mixture and flatten it in your hand. Place a mozzarella cube in the center, then roll the potato mixture around the cheese, forming a ball that completely covers the cheese.

    Step 2.1: Take a small portion of the potato mixture and flatten it in your hand

Coat the Balls

  1. Roll each potato ball in the flour, ensuring it's evenly coated.

    Step 3.1: Roll each potato ball in the flour, ensuring it's evenly coated
  2. In a small bowl, beat the egg and mix in the sweet and sour sauce for a spicy egg wash.

  3. Dip each floured ball into the egg wash, then roll it in the panko breadcrumbs until fully coated.

Fry the Potato Cheese Bombs

  1. Heat oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat.

  2. Once hot, carefully add the potato balls in batches, frying until golden brown and crispy on all sides, about 2-3 minutes.

    Step 4.1: Once hot, carefully add the potato balls in batches, frying until golden brown and crispy on all sides, about 2-3 minutes
  3. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

Tips & Tricks

  1. Ensure the oil is hot enough before frying to achieve a crispy texture.

  2. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce for the best experience.