These Delicious Garlic Potato Pops are crispy on the outside, creamy on the inside, and bursting with cheesy garlic flavor. Perfect for parties or as a fun snack, these fried mashed potato balls are sure to be a hit!
Author:nadia
Prep Time:20 minutes (plus chilling time)
Cook Time:15 minutes
Total Time:35 minutes (plus chilling time)
Yield:20–24 potato pops 1x
Category:Appetizer
Method:Frying
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Mashed Potato Mixture:
2cups mashed potatoes (well-seasoned and cooled)
1/2cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Coating:
1/2cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs, beaten
1cup panko breadcrumbs
Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
Prepare the Potato Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, cheddar cheese, Parmesan, minced garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix well until fully incorporated.
Shape the Potato Pops: Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions and roll into balls. Place on a baking sheet and freeze for 15–20 minutes to firm up.
Coat the Potato Balls: Prepare three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs. Roll each chilled potato ball in flour, then dip in egg, and finally coat in panko, pressing gently to adhere.
Fry the Potato Pops: In a deep skillet or saucepan, heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil to 350°F. Fry the potato pops in batches, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crispy—about 3–4 minutes.
Serve: Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
These are great with sour cream, ranch, or spicy aioli.
You can add chopped cooked bacon or green onions to the potato mixture for extra flavor.