Crispy Potato Balls Recipe

Ingredients
2 cups mashed potatoes (about 4 medium potatoes, boiled and mashed)
1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your favorite)
1 ⁄4 cup green onions, finely chopped (optional)
1 ⁄4 cup cooked bacon, crumbled (optional)
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 eggs, beaten
2 cups breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
Oil for frying