Description
Potato Cheese Sticks are the ultimate comfort food, combining crispy exteriors with a gooey, cheesy center that tantalizes your taste buds. Perfect for parties or cozy nights in, these easy-to-make snacks promise delightful crunches and rich flavors in every bite. Whether you’re sharing with friends or enjoying them solo, they’re sure to become a favorite at any gathering!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large Russet potatoes (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Peel and chop potatoes into small cubes. Boil until fork-tender (10-15 minutes), then drain.
- Mash cooked potatoes in a large bowl. Mix in salt, pepper, and cheddar cheese until smooth.
- Set up three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs.
- Shape potato mixture into sticks. Roll each stick in flour, dip in egg wash, and coat with breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat. Fry each stick until golden brown (3-4 minutes per side).
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stick (40g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg