Easy Fried Mashed Potato Balls

These cheesy fried mashed potato balls are the ultimate glow-up for leftover mashed potatoes — turning yesterday’s side dish into today’s crispy, golden, can’t-stop-eating appetizer!

Make Ahead Tips

These little flavor bombs are hands-down best when enjoyed fresh on the day you fry them. But if you want to get ahead, no worries — you can prep the mashed potato mixture up to 3 days in advance. Just keep it chilled, then save the dredging and frying for the moment you’re ready to serve so you get that perfect hot-and-crunchy bite every time.

Easy Fried Mashed Potato Balls

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Mashed Potato Balls are a delicious way to use up leftover potatoes from a holiday meal. If you've got more leftovers on your hands, you gotta check out these recipes to revive your Thanksgiving remnants.

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes

Total Time 25 minutes

Ingredients

• 3 c. leftover mashed potatoes
• 3 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 2/3 c. shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 tbsp. thinly sliced chives
• 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
• Kosher salt
• Freshly ground black pepper
• 2 egg, beaten
• 1 1/3 c. panko bread crumbs
• Vegetable oil, for frying

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