Crispy Cheesy Garlic Potato Bites
Crispy golden mashed-potato bites stuffed with molten mozzarella and packed with garlic and parmesan — the viral snack that pulls apart into a gooey cheese stretch. Fried until crunchy outside, creamy and cheesy inside, and ready for dipping. The ultimate crowd-pleasing appetizer.
Prep
20 min
Cook
10 min
Total
30 min
Serves
4
Ingredients
- 2 potatoes, peeled and sliced
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 egg
- Mozzarella cheese, cut into small cubes
- Oil, for frying
Method
- 1
Peel and slice the potatoes, then boil until fork-tender.
- 2
Drain well and mash the potatoes with the butter until smooth.
- 3
Mix in the Parmesan, salt, garlic powder, parsley, cornstarch and egg until fully combined.
- 4
Take a small portion of the potato mix, press a cube of mozzarella into the center, and roll into a ball, sealing the cheese inside.
- 5
Deep fry in 350°F (175°C) oil until golden and crispy all over.
- 6
Drain on paper towel and serve hot with marinara or sweet chili dip.
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Tips
- Make sure the mozzarella is fully sealed inside so it doesn't leak while frying.
- Chill the rolled balls for 15 minutes before frying to help them hold their shape.
- Serve immediately while the cheese center is still molten for the best pull.
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