Cheesy RITZ Potato Balls

Leftover mashed potatoes? Turn those into a crisp on the outside, cheesy on the inside potato puff. They're a fun and unexpected appetizer your guest will love!

Prep time:

0 min

Total time:

0 min

Servings:

Makes 16 servings, 2 balls and 1 Tbsp. sauce each.

Ingredient list

1 cup cooled mashed potatoes
½ cup finely shredded sharp cheddar cheese
¼ cup grated onions
1 egg, beaten
40 RITZ Crackers, finely crushed, divided
2 cups oil
1 cup applesauce
1 Tbsp. horseradish sauce

Directions

Mix first 4 ingredients and 1 cup cracker crumbs until blended; shape into 32 (1-inch) balls, using about 1 Tbsp. potato mixture for each ball.

Roll, in batches, in remaining cracker crumbs until evenly coated. Place on parchment-covered rimmed baking sheet. Refrigerate 30 min.

Heat oil in medium saucepan to 350°F. Add potato balls, in batches; cook 1 min. or until golden brown. Use slotted spoon to transfer cooked balls to paper towel-covered baking sheet to drain while cooking the remaining potato balls.

Mix applesauce and horseradish sauce until blended. Serve with the potato balls.