Potato and Gruyere Croquettes
Crispy on the outside and irresistibly creamy on the inside, Potato and Gruyere Croquettes are the ultimate comfort food appetizer! Made with buttery Yukon Gold potatoes, rich Gruyere cheese, and a hint of fresh chives, these golden bites deliver a perfect balance of flavor and texture. Each croquette is carefully hand-shaped, coated in a crunchy breadcrumb crust, and fried to perfection, ensuring a satisfying crunch with every bite. Ideal as a snack, side dish, or party appetizer, these croquettes are easy to prepare and pair beautifully with your favorite dipping sauce. Impress your guests with this sophisticated yet simple recipe that brings together the hearty charm of mashed potatoes with the nutty, melty goodness of Gruyere. Perfect for any occasion!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g Yukon Gold potatoes
- 2 tbsp Unsalted butter
- 3 tbsp Heavy cream
- 150 g Gruyere cheese, grated
- 2 tbsp Chives, finely chopped
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 100 g Flour
- 2 Eggs, beaten
- 150 g Breadcrumbs
- 500 ml Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
Peel and dice the potatoes into evenly sized chunks. Place them in a pot of salted water and bring to a boil. Cook until the potatoes are fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Mash them with a potato masher until smooth.
Add the butter and heavy cream to the mashed potatoes and mix until combined. Stir in the Gruyere cheese, chopped chives, salt, and black pepper. Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature.
Shape the potato mixture into small cylinders or oval patties, about 2 inches long and 1 inch thick.
Prepare a breading station with three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs.
Roll each potato croquette in the flour, dip it into the beaten eggs, and coat it with breadcrumbs. Place the coated croquettes on a tray and chill in the refrigerator for 20 minutes.
In a large skillet or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil to 175°C (350°F). Fry the croquettes in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per batch. Avoid overcrowding the pan.
Remove the croquettes from the oil with a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Serve the croquettes hot with your choice of dipping sauce or on their own. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6860 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 606.7 g | 778% | |
| Saturated Fat | 126.1 g | 630% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 610 mg | 204% | |
| Sodium | 6037 mg | 262% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 285.4 g | 104% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.2 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.9 g | ||
| Protein | 99.0 g | 198% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 1737 mg | 134% | |
| Iron | 18.5 mg | 103% | |
| Potassium | 2472 mg | 53% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
