Air Fryer Mashed Potato Balls

Servings: 4 servings
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Calories: 300 kcal

Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, shredded cheese, crumbled bacon, chives, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
Form Balls: Form the mixture into small balls, about the size of a golf ball. If the mixture is too sticky, refrigerate for 10-15 minutes to firm up.
Coat Balls:
- Dip each ball first into the beaten egg.
- Roll in panko breadcrumbs until evenly coated.
Set Coating: Place the coated balls on a plate and refrigerate for another 10 minutes to set the coating.
Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 400°F.
Cook Balls:
- Place the potato balls in the air fryer basket, making sure they are not touching. Spray lightly with cooking spray.
- Cook for 5 minutes, then flip the balls and cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
Serve: Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

If your mashed potatoes are very soft, add a little flour to help the balls hold their shape.
For a vegetarian version, omit the bacon or substitute it with a vegetarian alternative.
Leftover air fryer mashed potato balls can be reheated in the air fryer for 2-3 minutes to crisp them up again.

These values are approximate and can vary based on the specific ingredients used and portion sizes.
The bacon and cheese contribute significantly to the fat and sodium content, so adjusting these ingredients can alter the nutritional profile.
Using a calorie and nutrition calculator with the exact brands and quantities of ingredients used will provide the most accurate results.