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Potato Cheese Sticks

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Potato cheese sticks are the ultimate savory snack—crispy on the outside, creamy and cheesy on the inside. Made from mashed potatoes, sour cream, cheese, and herbs, these fried or baked sticks are crowd-pleasing appetizers, perfect for parties or comfort food cravings.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Fried or Baked
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

3 russet potatoes, cooked and cubed

½ cup sour cream

¼ cup green onion, diced

1 teaspoon salt

½ teaspoon black pepper

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or mozzarella)

½ cup all-purpose flour (plus more for dusting)

2 eggs, beaten

1½ cups breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned)

Oil, for frying

Instructions

Mash the cooked potatoes in a large bowl until smooth and lump-free.

Stir in sour cream, green onions, salt, pepper, and shredded cheese. Mix well until the filling is thick and easy to mold.

Roll small handfuls of the mixture into 3-inch-long, ¾-inch-thick sticks. Chill in the fridge for 15–20 minutes if the mixture is too soft.

Set up a dredging station with flour, eggs, and breadcrumbs. Coat each stick in flour, dip in egg, and roll in breadcrumbs.

Heat oil in a skillet to 350°F (175°C). Fry the sticks in batches for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.

Serve with ketchup, ranch dressing, or your favorite dipping sauce while still warm.

Notes

To make ahead, shape and bread the sticks, then freeze. Fry directly from frozen when ready.

Use leftover mashed potatoes to save time, but ensure they’re firm enough to shape.

For a baked version, bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20–25 minutes, flipping once.

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