08/04/2026
Potato Cheese Balls
Crispy on the outside, soft and creamy on the inside, and packed with gooey melted cheese, these Potato Cheese Balls are an irresistible snack or appetizer. They're easy to make with simple ingredients and taste amazing served hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Servings: 4–6
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Chill Time: 20–30 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Ingredients
For the Potato Mixture
4 medium potatoes, boiled and mashed until smooth
1 cup (100 g) shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup (50 g) shredded cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon minced garlic
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
Small mozzarella cubes for the center, optional
For the Coating
1 cup (100 g) breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons water
Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
1. Prepare the potato mixture
Place the mashed potatoes in a large bowl. Add the mozzarella, cheddar, cornstarch, cilantro, garlic, red pepper flakes, black pepper, and salt.
Mix everything together until well combined and easy to shape.
2. Shape the cheese balls
Take a small portion of the potato mixture and flatten it in the palm of your hand.
For an extra gooey center, place a small cube of mozzarella in the middle.
Bring the edges together to completely cover the cheese, then gently roll into a smooth ball.
Repeat with the remaining mixture.
3. Coat the balls
In a small bowl, mix the flour and water until you have a smooth, thin slurry.
Dip each potato ball into the flour mixture, then roll it in the breadcrumbs until completely coated.
For an extra-crispy crust, coat each ball twice.
4. Chill
Place the coated potato balls in the refrigerator for 20–30 minutes. This helps them firm up and prevents them from falling apart while frying.
5. Fry until golden
Heat the oil to 340–350°F (170–175°C).
Fry the potato cheese balls in small batches for approximately 3–4 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy on all sides.
Avoid overcrowding the pan so the oil temperature stays consistent.
6. Drain and serve
Remove the balls from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.
Serve immediately while they're still hot, crispy, and filled with melted cheese.
Serving Ideas
Serve with ketchup, garlic mayo, ranch dressing, spicy mayo, or your favorite dipping sauce.
Tip: Make sure the mashed potatoes are completely cool before adding the cheese. This makes the mixture easier to shape and helps keep the cheese inside during frying.
Golden and crunchy on the outside with a soft potato center and an irresistible cheese pull—these Potato Cheese Balls are guaranteed to disappear fast!