Crispy Potato Fritters with Cheese and Bacon – Easy and Delicious

These crispy potato croquettes are golden on the outside, soft and cheesy inside, and packed with flavor. Made with mashed potatoes, melted cheese, and bits of smoky bacon, they’re the perfect appetizer, snack, or side dish. Fry them for an ultra-crispy crust or bake them for a lighter version — either way, they’re irresistible!

Crispy Potato Fritters with Cheese and Bacon

Recipe by George Zolis

5.0 from 1 vote

Course: AppetizersCuisine: GreekDifficulty: Easy

Servings

22

pieces

Prep time

20

minutes

Cooking time

20

minutes

Calories

130

kcal

Total time

40

minutes

Golden, crispy potato croquettes filled with cheese, bacon, and herbs. Easy to make and perfect as a snack, appetizer, or side dish.

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Ingredients

Metric US

• 400 g 14 oz Boiled Potatoes

• 300 g 10.5 oz Melting Cheese, grated

• 4 4 Eggs

• 100 g 3.5 oz Bacon, chopped

• Salt & Pepper

• 1/2 bunch 1/2 bunch Parsley, finely chopped

• Cornmeal for coating

• Vegetable oil for frying

How to make Potato Fritters

• Peel and boil the potatoes until tender.
• Transfer to a bowl and mash with a fork or potato masher.
• In another bowl, beat the eggs and add them to the potatoes. Season with salt and pepper.
• Add the grated cheese, chopped bacon, and parsley. Mix until the ingredients are fully combined.
• Shape the mixture into small patties or balls.
• Coat each one in cornmeal.
• Repeat the coating once more for an extra crispy crust.
• Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat and fry until golden brown on both sides.
• Place the croquettes on paper towels to drain excess oil.
• Baked version
• Place the croquettes on a parchment-lined tray, drizzle lightly with oil, and bake at 200°C (390°F) for 15–20 minutes, until golden.

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The Perfect Crispy Potato Fritters

These Greek-style potato fritters are the ultimate comfort food — golden and crispy on the outside, creamy and cheesy inside. With bacon, cheese, and parsley, they’re packed with flavor and take just minutes to prepare.

Whether you fry or bake them, the result is always satisfying: a crunchy crust that gives way to a soft, savory filling. The secret? Double coating in cornmeal — it locks in the texture and creates that irresistible crunch.

Serving Suggestions

Serve these fritters hot as an appetizer, side dish, or snack. They’re perfect with:

• Greek yogurt or tzatziki
• Sweet chili or garlic mayo
• Alongside grilled meats or salads

Make-Ahead & Freezing Tips

You can form the fritters ahead of time and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before frying. For longer storage, freeze them raw (after coating) and fry directly from frozen — they’ll be just as crispy.

These crispy potato fritters with cheese and bacon are perfect for parties, family dinners, or just a comforting bite any day of the week.

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