Potato Donut Holes

Ingredients

• 2 cups mashed potatoes
• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
• 1/4 cup cream cheese, room temperature
• 2 tablespoons sour cream
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• Oil for frying

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine mashed potatoes, egg, flour, baking powder, salt, pepper, cheddar cheese, and melted butter.
2. Mix until everything is combined and the mixture is thick and dough-like.
3. In a medium bowl, mix together cream cheese, sour cream, and garlic powder until smooth.
4. Using a cookie scoop, scoop out a small amount of the potato mixture and flatten it in the palm of your hand. Place a small spoonful of the cream cheese mixture in the center of the flattened potato mixture and fold the edges up and over the cream cheese mixture, forming a ball.
5. Repeat until all of the potato mixture and cream cheese mixture are used up.
6. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
7. Carefully drop the potato donut holes into the hot oil and cook for 3-4 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy. Remove from the oil and place on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb any excess oil.
8. Serve warm and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

• The potato donut holes can also be baked in the oven at 375°F for 15-20 minutes.
• Feel free to experiment with different fillings, such as bacon and cheese, or cream cheese and herbs.
• These potato donut holes are the perfect finger food for parties!