🍽 Creamy Fried Bombs
Makes: 12–16
Prep Time: 15 min | Cook Time: 10 min
Ingredients
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1 cup mashed potatoes or cream cheese filling (you can mix in cooked chicken, ham, or sautéed veggies)
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½ cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your choice)
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1 egg, beaten
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½–1 cup all-purpose flour
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1 cup breadcrumbs (panko for extra crunch)
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Oil for frying (vegetable, canola, or peanut oil)
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Optional: herbs, spices, or seasonings (garlic powder, paprika, chives)
Instructions
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Prepare the filling:
In a bowl, combine mashed potatoes (or cream cheese mixture) with shredded cheese and seasonings. Chill slightly so it’s easier to shape. -
Shape into bombs:
Scoop about 1–2 tablespoons of filling and roll into small balls (about 1–1.5 inches in diameter). -
Coat the bombs:
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Roll each ball in flour.
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Dip in beaten egg.
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Roll in breadcrumbs until fully coated.
(Double coat for extra crispiness.)
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Fry:
Heat oil in a deep skillet or pot to 350°F (175°C). Fry bombs in batches for 2–3 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crispy.
Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. -
Serve warm:
Enjoy as is or with a dipping sauce such as ranch, spicy mayo, marinara, or garlic aioli.
💡 Tips & Variations
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Cheesy surprise: Insert a small cube of mozzarella in the center for a melty core.
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Seafood version: Mix crab or shrimp with cream cheese for a decadent bite.
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Spicy bombs: Add jalapeños, chili flakes, or sriracha to the filling.
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Baked option: Spray with oil and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15–20 minutes for a lighter version.
If you want, I can also give a “super creamy, molten cheese core” version that oozes when you bite into it — basically ultimate comfort food. Do you want me to do that?
