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Crispy Potato & Cheese Bombs with Garlic Butter. Golden brown, cheese-filled appetizers brushed with fresh parsley.

Crispy Potato & Cheese Bombs with Garlic Butter

Golden, crunchy potato balls filled with gooey melted cheese and brushed with fragrant garlic butter. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or side dish for any occasion!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 165
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Potato Mixture
  • 3 medium potatoes boiled and mashed
  • 1/2 tsp salt adjust to taste
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp chili flakes optional
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch for binding
Filling
  • 12 cubes mozzarella cheese about 1-inch cubes
Coating
  • 1 egg beaten
  • 1/2 cup bread crumbs
Garlic Butter
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter melted
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Deep Fryer or Pan
  • Slotted spoon

Method
 

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine mashed potatoes, salt, pepper, chili flakes, and cornstarch until well mixed.
  2. Take a small portion of the potato mixture and flatten it in your hand. Place a cube of mozzarella in the center and seal it completely into a ball.
  3. Dip each potato ball into beaten egg, then roll in breadcrumbs until fully coated.
  4. Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat. Fry the potato bombs in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 3–4 minutes.
  5. In a small pan, melt butter and sauté garlic for 30 seconds. Brush the garlic butter over the fried potato bombs.
  6. Sprinkle with parsley and serve hot with ketchup or spicy mayo!

Notes

For extra flavor, add grated parmesan or herbs into the potato mixture. These are best enjoyed hot for that perfect cheese pull!