Potato Cheese Sticks: Crispy and Tasty Homemade Snack Recipe
Crispy and delicious Potato Cheese Sticks are a perfect homemade snack featuring tender potato sticks stuffed with melted mozzarella, coated in flavorful breadcrumbs, and fried to golden perfection. This easy-to-make appetizer offers a delightful combination of crunchy texture and gooey cheese, ideal for serving as a party snack or a comforting treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings (about 12-16 sticks) 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 3 large russet potatoes, peeled and cut into sticks
Coating
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- ½ cup breadcrumbs (preferably panko for extra crunch)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Filling
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
For Frying and Garnish
- Vegetable oil for frying (about 2 inches deep in pan)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Potatoes: Place the peeled and cut potato sticks in a pot of water with a pinch of salt. Bring it to a boil and cook for 5-7 minutes until slightly tender but still firm. Drain and allow to cool completely.
- Set Up Breading Station: Arrange three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with a mixture of breadcrumbs combined with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Coat the Potato Sticks: Coat each potato stick first in flour, shaking off any excess, then dip into the beaten eggs, followed by the seasoned breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to ensure the coating sticks well. Repeat until all sticks are coated.
- Stuff with Cheese: Make a small slit along the side of each coated potato stick and insert about 1 tablespoon of shredded mozzarella inside. Seal the edges carefully to prevent cheese from leaking during frying.
- Fry the Cheese Sticks: Heat vegetable oil about 2 inches deep in a skillet over medium-high heat. When hot (breadcrumb test: sizzle upon dropping), fry a few sticks at a time for 3-4 minutes per side until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Drain and Serve: Remove fried sticks and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Serve Warm: Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired. Serve immediately with dipping sauces like ketchup, ranch, or garlic aioli for best flavor.
Notes
- Boil potatoes until just tender, not fully cooked, to keep stick shape during frying.
- Use panko breadcrumbs for extra crunchiness.
- Seal the cheese tightly inside to avoid leakage and burning in hot oil.
- Fry in batches without overcrowding the pan to ensure even crispiness.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and cheesy melt.
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