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Potato cheese sticks are a tasty snack made from potatoes and cheese. They give you that crunchy outside and gooey inside. I think that's why so many people love them. These cheesy potato snacks combine comfort food and fun.

Potato Cheese Sticks

Indulge in the ultimate snack with crispy potato cheese sticks! These homemade delights offer a perfect blend of golden, crunchy potato and gooey cheese, making them a hit for any occasion. Explore fun variations, discover the best dipping sauces, and learn easy step-by-step instructions to create this delicious treat at home.
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Ingredients
  

3 large russet potatoes, peeled and cut into sticks

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

½ cup all-purpose flour

½ cup breadcrumbs (preferably panko for extra crunch)

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon onion powder

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

Salt and pepper to taste

Vegetable oil for frying

Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish, optional)

Instructions
 

Prepare the Potatoes: Place the peeled and cut potato sticks in a pot of water. Add a pinch of salt and bring to a boil. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until they are slightly tender but still firm. Drain and let them cool completely.

    Set Up Breading Station: In three separate bowls, place the flour in one, beaten eggs in another, and combine the breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in the third.

      Coat the Potato Sticks: Start by coating each potato stick in flour, shaking off any excess. Then dip it into the beaten eggs, followed by the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere the breadcrumbs well. Repeat this process until all potato sticks are coated.

        Stuff with Cheese: Once all sticks are coated, create a small slit along the side of each stick to insert about 1 tablespoon of shredded mozzarella into each. Make sure to seal the edges gently to avoid cheese leakage during frying.

          Fry the Cheese Sticks: In a deep skillet or frying pan, heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot (test by dropping in a breadcrumb, it should sizzle), carefully add a few potato cheese sticks at a time. Fry for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until they turn golden brown and crispy.

            Drain and Serve: Remove the sticks from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

              Serve Warm: Sprinkle with chopped parsley if desired and serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce (ketchup, ranch, or garlic aioli pair well!).

                Prep Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes | Servings: 4