Description

Golden, crispy potato cheese sticks made from mashed potatoes and gooey cheese, coated in breadcrumbs and fried to perfection. Ideal as a snack, appetizer, or party treat.

Ingredients

2 cups mashed potatoes (prepared and cooled)

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese

1 cup all-purpose flour (plus extra for dusting)

1 large egg

1 tsp garlic powder

½ tsp onion powder

Salt and pepper to taste

1–1½ cups breadcrumbs (panko or regular)

Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)

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Instructions

In a large bowl, mix together mashed potatoes, cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
With lightly floured hands, shape the mixture into sticks about 3–4 inches long.
Set up a coating station with three bowls: one with flour, one with a beaten egg, and one with breadcrumbs.
Coat each stick by rolling in flour, dipping in egg, then coating with breadcrumbs. Repeat egg and breadcrumb steps for extra crunch, if desired.
Heat oil to 350°F (175°C) in a deep pan or fryer. Fry the sticks in batches for 3–4 minutes until golden and crispy.
Remove and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce like ketchup or ranch.

Notes

Use starchy potatoes like Russets or Yukon Golds for best results.

Try different cheese blends for new flavors—pepper jack, gouda, or Monterey Jack work well.

Add bacon bits or fresh herbs to the mixture for variety.

For a healthier version, bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes, flipping halfway.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Reheat in oven or air fryer at 375°F (190°C) for 5–7 minutes to retain crispiness.

Can be frozen after breading—fry directly from frozen, adding 1–2 extra minutes to cook time.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Snack
Method: Frying
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 sticks
Calories: 180
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 250mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 30mg