Description
These Potato Cheese Sticks are a crispy and cheesy appetizer that will disappear fast at any gathering. Made with mashed potatoes and a blend of cheeses, these sticks are fried to golden perfection, offering a satisfying crunch with each bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Mashed Potatoes:
- 2 cups mashed potatoes (cooled)
Cheese Mixture:
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare the Cheese Potato Mixture: In a large bowl, mix mashed potatoes, mozzarella, Parmesan, flour, garlic powder, black pepper, salt, and egg until a soft dough forms.
- Shape the Sticks: Scoop portions and shape into stick-like logs about 3 inches long.
- Coat with Breadcrumbs: Roll each stick in breadcrumbs, pressing gently to coat.
- Fry the Sticks: Heat oil in a skillet, fry sticks in batches for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
- Drain and Serve: Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Serve warm with dipping sauce.
Notes
- You can bake or air fry for a lighter version.
- Enhance with chopped herbs or spices for extra flavor.
- Try cheddar for a sharper cheese taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stick
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
