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Cheesy Potato Croquettes Recipe

By Lori, Last updated on December 13, 2022
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Freshly cooked Cheesy Potato Croquettes on a baking sheet

Are you looking for a fun way to enjoy fresh potatoes or leftover mashed potatoes? This Cheesy Potato Croquettes recipe is a must-try!

Cheesy Potato Croquettes-2If you’re having a get-together with friends and family, these easy potato croquettes are the perfect yummy starter! Your taste buds will certainly enjoy it if you also pair it with your favorite dip. This is another great way to enjoy the versatility of potatoes and an awesome treat to pair with your main course.

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  • 1 What are Cheesy Potato Croquettes? 
  • 2 Kitchen Notes
  • 3 What To Serve with Cheesy Potato Croquettes
  • 4 Ingredients for Cheesy Potato Croquettes
  • 5 Supplies Used
  • 6 How To Make Cheesy Potato Croquettes
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    • 10.1 Ingredients  
    • 10.2 Instructions 

What are Cheesy Potato Croquettes? 

I love calling these cheesy potato balls! The crispy potato croquette originated in France during the 18th century. Croquettes are widely served as an appetizer or side dishes. Cheese Potato Croquettes are very versatile and can be prepared with many different proteins if desired. 

If it’s your first time making them, you can also do it plainly as written in this recipe. A nice way to describe this recipe is that it will contain mashed potatoes that have been coated in breadcrumbs and fried until crispy and golden brown. Sounds yummy, right?

Kitchen Notes

  • The potatoes may be mashed with a potato masher. But do note that the texture may not be as smooth.
  • If you don’t want to cook this in a saucepan, using your air fryer is a great alternative! Spray the air fryer basket with oil and set it at 400 ºF. Cook the croquettes for 5-7 minutes or until it’s golden brown.
Prep time: 45 minutes
Cook time: 40 minutes
Serves: 4

What To Serve with Cheesy Potato Croquettes

I highly recommended having any dipping sauce from this list with your cheese croquettes:

  • Marinara Sauce
  • Garlic Aioli
  • Sour Cream

Ingredients for Cheesy Potato Croquettes

Ingredients for Cheesy Potato Croquettes

  • 1 lb. russet potatoes
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • ½ c. fresh parsley, chopped
  • ¼ c. parmesan cheese, finely grated
  • 5 oz. mozzarella cheese, diced in 1/4” cubes
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 c. breadcrumbs
  • Sea salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Vegetable oil, for frying

Supplies Used

  • Ricer or Potato Masher

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How To Make Cheesy Potato Croquettes

Step #1. Place unpeeled potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Generously season the water with salt and bring it to a boil. Cook until potatoes are fork-tender. Do this for 25-35 minutes, depending on size.

Boiling the potatoes before mashing them

Step #2. Drain potatoes and cool slightly. When cool enough to handle, peel the potatoes. Place potatoes through a potato ricer into a large bowl and make sure to mash it well, especially the large chunks.

Step #3. Add egg yolk. Mix and add fresh parsley, parmesan, and cubed mozzarella. Mix well and shape into 8 oval croquettes. Arrange the croquettes on a small baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Place in the refrigerator for 30 minutes. 

Making the croquettes

Step #4. In a large saucepan, heat vegetable oil to 350˚F.

Step #5. Prepare a breading station: In one shallow dish, beat two large eggs. Place the bread crumbs in a second shallow dish.

Step #6. Generously, season the beaten egg mixture and the breadcrumbs with a generous pinch of salt and pepper.

Step #7. Roll each croquette into the beaten eggs. Let excess egg drip off and then dredge in the breadcrumbs, pressing lightly so the breadcrumbs will stick to the croquettes.

Coating the potato croquettes with seasoned egg and breadcrumbs

Step #8. Fry the croquettes, a few at a time, in the hot oil until golden brown and crisp on all sides. Do this for approximately 3-4 minutes. Avoid crowding the oil and allow it to return to 350˚F before adding the next batch of croquettes.

Step #9. Remove from oil as they are ready and place on paper towels or a wire rack. Serve immediately with desired dipping sauces. Enjoy!

Freshly cooked Cheesy Potato Croquettes on a baking sheet

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More Potato Recipes To Try

If you enjoyed these Cheesy Potato Croquettes, you might want to try a full recipe from this list:

  • Sweet Potato Soup
  • Roasted Potatoes
  • Delicious Scalloped Potatoes
  • Loaded Baked Potato Salad
  • Roasted Greek-Style Lemon Potatoes

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A bowl of Cheesy Potato Croquettes

Cheesy Potato Croquettes

Lori
Are you looking for a fun way to enjoy fresh potatoes or leftover mashed potatoes? This Cheesy Potato Croquettes recipe is a must-try!
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Prep Time 45 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Total Time 1 hr 25 mins
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb. russet potatoes
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1/2 c. fresh parsley , chopped
  • 1/4 c. parmesan cheese , finely grated
  • 5 oz. mozzarella cheese , diced in 1/4” cubes
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 c. breadcrumbs
  • Sea salt and black pepper to taste
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions
 

  • Place unpeeled potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Generously season the water with salt and bring it to a boil. Cook until potatoes are fork-tender. Do this for 25-35 minutes, depending on size.
  • Drain potatoes and cool slightly. When cool enough to handle, peel the potatoes. Place potatoes through a potato ricer into a large bowl and make sure to mash it well, especially the large chunks.
  • Add egg yolk. Mix and add fresh parsley, parmesan, and cubed mozzarella. Mix well and shape into 8 oval croquettes. Arrange the croquettes on a small baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Place in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  • In a large saucepan, heat vegetable oil to 350˚F.
  • Prepare a breading station: In one shallow dish, beat two large eggs. Place the bread crumbs in a second shallow dish.
  • Generously, season the beaten egg mixture and the breadcrumbs with a generous pinch of salt and pepper.
  • Roll each croquette into the beaten eggs. Let excess egg drip off and then dredge in the breadcrumbs, pressing lightly so the breadcrumbs will stick to the croquettes.
  • Fry the croquettes, a few at a time, in the hot oil until golden brown and crisp on all sides. Do this for approximately 3-4 minutes. Avoid crowding the oil and allow it to return to 350˚F before adding the next batch of croquettes.
  • Remove from oil as they are ready and place on paper towels or a wire rack. Serve immediately with desired dipping sauces. Enjoy!
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