25 Irresistible Christmas Loaded Mashed Potato Bites Everyone Craves
Crispy mashed potato bites packed with festive flavors, perfect for holiday gatherings. A bacon-free version that everyone can enjoy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 20 bites 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups mashed potatoes, chilled
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg, beaten
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix mashed potatoes, cheddar cheese, green onions, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Shape the mixture into small balls, about 1.5 inches in diameter.
- Dip each ball into the beaten egg, then roll in breadcrumbs.
- Place the balls on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Serve warm with extra sour cream or your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Use cold mashed potatoes for easier shaping.
- For extra crispiness, broil for 2-3 minutes at the end.
- These can be made ahead and reheated in the oven.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 bites
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg