Cheesy RITZ Potato Balls

Name: Cheesy RITZ Potato Balls
Prep time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 16
Ingredients: 1 cup mashed potatoes; ½ cup finely shredded sharp cheddar cheese; ¼ cup onions; 1 egg, beaten; 40 RITZ Crackers, finely crushed, divided; 2 cups oil; 1 cup applesauce; 1 Tbsp. horseradish sauce

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!

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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.

Recipe Tips

Spice it UpPrepare using pepper-Jack cheese.
How to Keep the Fried Potato Balls WarmPlace fried potato balls on rimmed baking sheet. Place in 250°F oven to keep warm while frying the remaining potato balls.