Description
Crispy and cheesy Potato Cheese Sticks made with grated russet potatoes, a blend of mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan cheeses, seasoned with garlic and paprika, then baked to golden perfection. These savory sticks are perfect as a delicious appetizer or snack, served with your favorite dipping sauces like marinara, ranch, or sour cream.
Ingredients
Scale
Potato Mixture
- 2 large russet potatoes, peeled and grated
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
For Baking
- Cooking spray or oil for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Potatoes: Place the grated potatoes in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much moisture as possible to ensure a crispy texture.
- Mix Ingredients: Transfer the drained potatoes to a large bowl and add mozzarella, cheddar, Parmesan cheeses, the beaten egg, flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Mix until all ingredients are fully combined.
- Shape Sticks: Scoop portions of the mixture and shape them into stick-like logs. Arrange them evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
- Oil the Sticks: Lightly spray or brush the tops of the sticks with cooking spray or oil to promote browning and crispiness.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, turning the sticks once halfway through baking to ensure even golden brown and crispy exteriors.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the sticks from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. Enjoy them with dipping sauces like marinara, ranch dressing, or sour cream.
Notes
- Serve with marinara sauce, ranch dressing, or sour cream for dipping.
- For extra crispiness, pan-fry the sticks in shallow oil instead of baking.
- Make sure to squeeze out as much moisture as possible from the grated potatoes to prevent sogginess.
- Leftover sticks can be reheated in the oven to restore crispiness.
