Stuffed Potato Cakes

Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients:

• 4 medium-sized potatoes
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
• 1/4 cup chopped green onions
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Cooking spray or oil (for greasing)
• Optional toppings: additional sour cream, chopped chives, salsa

Instructions:

1. Preheat Air Fryer:
   • Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 3 minutes.
2. Prepare Potatoes:
   • Wash the potatoes thoroughly and pierce them several times with a fork. Place them in the microwave and cook on high for 8-10 minutes, or until they are tender. Alternatively, you can bake the potatoes in the oven until tender.
3. Cool and Peel Potatoes:
   • Allow the potatoes to cool slightly, then peel off the skins. Mash the potatoes in a large mixing bowl until smooth.
4. Add Fillings:
   • To the mashed potatoes, add shredded cheddar cheese, cooked and crumbled bacon, chopped green onions, sour cream, salt, and pepper. Mix until all ingredients are well combined.
5. Form Potato Cakes:
   • Divide the mashed potato mixture into 8 equal portions. Shape each portion into a flat patty, about 1/2 inch thick.
6. Assemble Stuffed Potato Cakes:
   • Take one potato patty and place a spoonful of additional filling (cheese, bacon, green onions) in the center. Top with another potato patty and press the edges together to seal, forming a stuffed potato cake. Repeat with the remaining potato mixture to make 4 stuffed potato cakes.
7. Grease Air Fryer Basket:
   • Lightly grease the air fryer basket with cooking spray or oil.
8. Air Fry Potato Cakes:
   • Place the stuffed potato cakes in the air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring they are not touching. Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 12-15 minutes, or until the potato cakes are golden brown and crispy on the outside.
9. Serve:
   • Once done, remove the stuffed potato cakes from the air fryer. Serve hot with optional toppings such as sour cream, chopped chives, or salsa.
10. Enjoy:
    • Enjoy these delicious air-fried stuffed potato cakes as a delightful appetizer or side dish!

Note:

• Feel free to customize the fillings according to your preferences. You can add cooked vegetables, different types of cheese, or herbs to the mashed potato mixture.
• Ensure the edges of the stuffed potato cakes are sealed well to prevent the filling from leaking out during cooking.

Nutrition Information (per serving): Note: Nutrition values may vary based on specific ingredients used and serving sizes.

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 8g
• Fat: 12g
• Carbohydrates: 28g
• Fiber: 3g
• Sugar: 2g
• Sodium: 380mg