Air Fryer Cheesy Mashed Potato Balls: Indulgent Turkey Bacon Twist
Deliciously cheesy and crispy on the outside, these air fryer mashed potato balls infused with turkey bacon are the perfect indulgent dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked turkey bacon, chopped
- 1/4 cup green onions, sliced
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix mashed potatoes, cheese, turkey bacon, green onions, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Form the mixture into balls and dip each ball into the egg, then roll in breadcrumbs to coat.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the potato balls in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Cook for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown, shaking the basket halfway through.
Notes
- These balls can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge.
- For extra flavor, add spices like garlic powder to the mixture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 balls
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Air Fryer, Cheesy, Mashed Potatoes, Turkey Bacon, Appetizer