Air Fryer Potato Croquettes
Description
Crispy on the outside, creamy on the inside, and made with a fraction of the oil, these air fryer potato croquettes are the perfect way to use leftover mashed potatoes.
Ingredients
- 2 cups mashed potatoes, cooled
- 1 egg, beaten (for the potato mixture)
- 1/2 cup grated cheese, cheddar, mozzarella, or Parmesan
- 1/4 cup chopped ham or cooked bacon, optional
- 2 tablespoons green onions or chives, finely chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs, beaten (for coating)
- 1 1/2 cups breadcrumbs, panko preferred
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, 1 beaten egg, grated cheese, ham or bacon (if using), green onions or chives, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Roll spoonfuls of the mixture into uniform small logs or balls.
- Set up three shallow dishes: one with flour, one with the 2 beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs.
- Roll each croquette in flour and shake off the excess, dip in the egg, then coat in breadcrumbs.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
- Arrange the croquettes in a single layer in the basket, leaving space between them, and mist lightly with cooking spray.
- Air fry at 400°F for 10 to 12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crisp. Work in batches if needed.
- Rest on a wire rack for a couple of minutes, then serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Equipment
- Cooking Spray
- Parchment Paper, optional
Nutrition
Serving: 1ServingCalories: 112kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 5gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.003gCholesterol: 36mgSodium: 143mgPotassium: 128mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 97IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 51mgIron: 1mg