Mashed Potato Bombs
Mashed Potato Bombs are a delightful twist on comfort food, featuring creamy mashed potatoes enveloping savory fillings and coated in crispy panko breadcrumbs. These bite-sized treats are perfect for parties or cozy nights at home, guaranteed to impress your guests. With endless filling variations and dipping sauce options, they can elevate any meal into a gourmet experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups mashed potatoes (fresh or leftover)
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon bits
- 1/4 cup green onions, finely chopped
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix mashed potatoes with cheddar cheese, bacon bits, green onions, and egg until well combined.
- Scoop about two tablespoons of the mixture and roll into balls.
- Coat each ball in panko breadcrumbs.
- Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauces.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bomb (40g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg