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Air Fryer Cheesy Potato Balls

Recipe by Essen Recipes

Crispy, golden‑brown potato balls packed with mozzarella, halloumi and Parmesan, cooked to perfection in an air fryer. Perfect as an appetizer, snack, or side dish for any gathering.

EasyItalianServes 4

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Source Video
32m
Prep
55m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
1h 37m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$5.60
Per serving:$1.40

Critical Success Points

  • Seasoning the first batch of potatoes evenly
  • Boiling whole potatoes just until tender
  • Mixing the grated potatoes with rice flour to achieve a binding dough
  • Shaping uniform balls to ensure even air‑frying
  • Avoiding overcrowding in the air‑fryer basket

Safety Warnings

  • Handle the boiling water with care to avoid burns.
  • The air fryer basket becomes extremely hot; use tongs or oven mitts when removing.
  • Olive oil droplets can cause splatter; add drops slowly when greasing hands.

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