Cheesy Loaded Potato Bombs

3.57 from 16 votes

Prep Time15

Cook Time2

Total Time17

Course: 200+ Easy Appetizers Recipes

Keyword: bacon, cheese, leftovers, potatoes

Servings:

Author: Sweet Basil

Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp.
4 Slices Bacon
Remove and allow to cool.
Chop.
In a bowl combine together bacon, mashed potatoes and green onions. Mix well.
2 Cups Leftover Mashed Potatoes, 2 Green Onions
Make an assembly line. Whisk together milk and egg in one bowl.
1/2 Cup Milk, 1 Egg
In another bowl combine bread crumbs, garlic and salt.
1 Cup Panko Bread Crumbs, 1 Cup Plain Dried Bread Crumbs, 1/2 teaspoon Granulated Garlic, 1/2 teaspoon Salt
Make the potato balls: scoop up a heaping tablespoon of the potato mixture, place a piece of cheddar in the center and press the mashed potatoes around it to enclose the cheese in the potatoes.
20 1/2 Inch Cubes Cheddar Cheese
Roll into a ball.
Dip balls potatoes in egg/milk mixture, then into bread crumbs, then back into egg/milk and then back into bread crumbs to double coat.
Repeat with remaining ingredients until 20 potato bombs are made.
Heat 1/2 inch of oil in a pot or skillet over medium high heat.
Oil for Frying
Once it reaches 350 degrees, carefully add potato bombs and fry until golden, about 2 minutes, turning occasionally.
You may need to do this in batches so you don't overcrowd the pan.
Use a slotted spoon to transfer them to a paper towel lined plate.
Sprinkle with salt and serve immediately.
Ranch Dressing for Dipping

leftovers will keep in the refrigerator for 3-4 days