Delicious Potato Cheese Balls for Kids and Adults
| Nutritious Potato Cheese Balls | Super Easy Homemade Snack for the Whole Family
This recipe started as a finger food for kids, but it has captured the hearts of parents too! Children feel immense happiness when they can share the same food as their parents. Potatoes are packed with vitamins, iron, potassium, and fiber. When enjoyed with cheese, they get a boost of protein and fat, which potatoes lack on their own, making them an excellent nutritious snack prepared by mom. Give this delightful, homemade treat a try!
Ingredients- 200g Potatoes (peeled weight)
- 1 slice Cheese (e.g., cheddar or mozzarella)
- 20g Rice Flour (or all-purpose flour/cornstarch)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Peel the potatoes and rinse them thoroughly. Place the peeled potatoes in a pot, add enough water to cover them, and bring to a boil over medium heat. Cook for about 20-30 minutes, or until the potatoes are completely tender. You can easily check for doneness by piercing them with a fork – it should go in smoothly.
Step 2
Drain the cooked potatoes well. While they are still warm, transfer them to a mixing bowl. Tear the slice of cheese into small pieces and add it to the bowl, along with the 20g of rice flour. Use a fork or a potato masher to thoroughly mash the ingredients together until you have a smooth mixture with no lumps. The cheese will melt and help bind the dough.
Step 3
Take about a tablespoon of the mashed potato mixture and roll it between your palms to form a smooth ball. Aim for a diameter of about 3cm – small enough for little hands to hold and perfect for a bite-sized treat.
Step 4
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the shaped potato cheese balls on it, leaving some space between each one. Bake in a preheated oven at 170°C (340°F) for about 10 minutes. They should turn a light golden brown on the outside and be warm and slightly chewy inside. Adjust the baking time slightly based on your oven’s performance.
