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Cheesy Garlic Parmesan Potato Balls

Crispy Cheesy Garlic Parmesan Potato Balls to Delight Your Tastebuds

Indulge in Cheesy Garlic Parmesan Potato Balls that combine creamy mashed potatoes and gooey mozzarella wrapped in a crunchy coating.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Freezing Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 10 balls
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Potato Mixture
  • 4 medium Russet Potatoes or Yukon Gold
  • 3 cloves Fresh Garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter or olive oil
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese freshly grated
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Onion Powder optional
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground White Pepper or black pepper
For the Coating
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs or regular breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour or gluten-free blend
  • 2 large Eggs beaten
  • 2 tablespoons Filtered Water or tap water
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Chunks or other cheeses
For Frying
  • 2 cups Neutral Flavored Oil e.g., avocado or vegetable oil

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • potato masher
  • Baking Sheet
  • shallow bowls
  • deep skillet or frying pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Peel and chop russet potatoes into even pieces. Boil in salted water for about 10-15 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and cool for 15-20 minutes.
  2. Melt unsalted butter in a skillet, add minced garlic, and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Set aside to cool.
  3. Combine cooled potatoes, sautéed garlic, parsley, and Parmesan in a mixing bowl. Season with salt, onion powder, and white pepper. Mash until smooth.
  4. Divide potato mixture into 10 portions. Flatten each portion and place mozzarella in the center. Enclose the cheese to form a ball. Freeze balls for 1 hour.
  5. Set up three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs and water, and one with seasoned panko breadcrumbs.
  6. Coat each frozen ball in flour, dip in egg, then roll in panko breadcrumbs. For extra crunch, repeat coating process.
  7. Heat oil in a deep skillet to 350°F (175°C). Fry potato balls in batches for 4-5 minutes until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
  8. Serve warm, garnished with parsley and Parmesan, alongside dipping sauces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 6gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These potato balls can be made ahead and frozen for later use. Try experimenting with different cheeses for unique flavors.

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