Description
Indulge in the crispy, cheesy goodness of homemade cheese potato croquettes. These delightful bites are perfect as an appetizer or a comforting snack, combining creamy potatoes with rich cheddar and Parmesan, all encased in a crispy coating.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds (900g) potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
- 1/2 cup (120ml) milk
- 1/4 cup (57g) butter, melted
- 1/4 cup (25g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (60g) grated cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup (60g) grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 cup (120g) bread crumbs
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
- Boil the Potatoes: Place the potato chunks in a large pot of cold water. Bring to a boil and cook until the potatoes are tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Mash the Potatoes: Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Mash them until smooth.
- Add Milk and Butter: Stir in the milk and melted butter until well combined.
- Stir in Flour and Cheese: Gradually add the flour, stirring constantly. Mix in the cheddar cheese and Parmesan cheese.
- Cool the Mixture: Allow the potato mixture to cool completely in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Shape the Croquettes: Form the cooled potato mixture into 12-15 croquettes.
- Bread the Croquettes: Dip each croquette into the beaten egg, then roll it in the bread crumbs to coat.
- Fry the Croquettes: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet to 350°F (175°C). Carefully place the croquettes in the hot oil and fry until golden brown on all sides, about 3-4 minutes.
- Drain and Serve: Drain the croquettes on paper towels and serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding herbs or spices to the potato mixture.
- Leftover croquettes can be reheated in the oven to retain crispiness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 croquette
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 30mg