When it comes to culinary delights, Swiss potato puffs stand out as delectable treats that are both visually appealing and packed with flavor. These airy and crisp creations combine the goodness of potatoes, cheese, and herbs, resulting in a symphony of textures and flavors. Whether you're seeking a savory appetizer, a delectable side dish, or a delightful snack, Swiss potato puffs are sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
MOM'S POTATO PUFFS
My mother would always cook extra mashed potatoes so us kids could have these delicious puffs the next day. Over the years I have experimented with her basic recipe and sometimes will add grated cheddar cheese, chopped green onions and bacon bits to the mixture. I have also added corn niblets for a really different tasting puff.
Provided by PATTI PEARSON
Categories Side Dish Potato Side Dish Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, stir together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix in the mashed potatoes and egg until well blended.
- Heat oil in a deep-fryer or heavy deep skillet to 365 degrees F (180 degrees C). Carefully drop the potato mixture by spoonfuls into the hot oil, and fry until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Remove from oil to drain on paper towels.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 199.8 calories, Carbohydrate 12.8 g, Cholesterol 31 mg, Fat 15.6 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 297.1 mg, Sugar 0.3 g
BAKED POTATO PUFFS
The hardest line cook job I ever had was at the Carnelian Room, where on a busy night I'd prepare over 250 steaks and chops. The biggest challenge was frying French potato puffs to order. Called pommes dauphine, it's one of the finest foods ever invented. To save your kitchen from that deep fryer smell, I wanted to try a baked version. I was very happy with the results. Even though they weren't as dark and crispy as the fried version, the inside was virtually identical. Enjoy these as a warm snack with a dip, or to go alongside some eggs or grilled steak.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Side Dish Potato Side Dish Recipes
Time 1h15m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and mash. Set aside.
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Butter 24 mini muffin cups.
- Combine water and butter in a saucepan over medium heat and season with salt. Heat until butter melts and starts to bubble. Stir in flour until mixture pulls away from the pan and comes together into a dough.
- Transfer pastry dough to a bowl. Spread in the bowl and let cool, about 5 minutes. Mix in eggs using a spatula until dough is very soft and sticky. Add 2 cups of the mashed potatoes and mix until well combined. Add a pinch of salt, cayenne pepper, and nutmeg. Give it one last mix.
- Scoop potato dough into the greased muffin cups.
- Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown and puffed, about 20 minutes. Let rest for 1 minute before removing puffs onto a wire rack. Let cool for 5 minutes and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 44.8 calories, Carbohydrate 4.8 g, Cholesterol 20.6 mg, Fat 2.4 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 37.2 mg, Sugar 0.1 g
SWEET POTATO PUFFS
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Spray a rimmed baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.
- In a medium bowl, mix together the mashed sweet potato, mascarpone, cinnamon, ginger and vanilla using a rubber spatula. Set aside.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out a sheet of puff pastry to 10-by-13 inches. Using a 3- inch round cutter, cut out 12 rounds from the first sheet of puff pastry. Working one at a time, use your fingers to slightly flatten and widen each round. Spoon a heaping teaspoon of the mashed potato filling into the middle of the round, brush a small amount of egg on one edge and stretch the pastry over the filling to make a half moon. Crimp the edges with your fingers to seal and place on the prepared baking sheet. Continue with the remaining rounds and half the filling, leaving 1 inch between puffs, and then cut and fill 12 rounds from the second sheet of puff pastry.
- Brush the tops of each pastry with some beaten egg and sprinkle with some cinnamon-sugar. Use the tip of a knife to poke a hole in the center of each of the puff. Bake until golden brown and puffed, about 15 minutes. Serve hot.
SWISS POTATO PUFFS
Encourage guests to mingle by serving these cute little morsels. They're transportable, mess-free and easy to eat in a few bites. -Myra Innes, Auburn, Kansas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 40m
Yield about 3 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, bring the water, butter and salt to a boil. Remove from the heat., Combine the flour and potato flakes; slowly stir into pan. Cook and stir over medium heat until a smooth ball forms. Remove from the heat. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Continue beating until mixture is smooth and shiny. Stir in cheese., Drop by tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 18-22 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 37 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 53mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.
POTATO PUFFS
I give this recipe out often. It's suitable for any meal, and a terrific use of leftover potatoes. They're great alongside sandwiches or hamburgers. -June Mullins, Livonia, Missouri
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 45m
Yield 8 puffs.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a bowl, beat egg yolks. Add potatoes, Parmesan cheese, parsley, onion and garlic powder; mix well. Beat egg whites until stiff; fold into the potato mixture. Brush eight muffin cups or small ramekins generously with melted butter. Divide potato mixture into cups. Brush remaining butter over potatoes. Bake at 375° for 30-35 minutes or until lightly browned. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 106 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 223mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
SWISS POTATOES
"I have made a lot of mistakes falling in love, and regretted most of them, but never the potatoes that went with them," Nora Ephron wrote in her novel "Heartburn." To that end, she offered up this recipe for Swiss potatoes, which is, as she noted, essentially a giant potato pancake, the flipping of which can - and should - be done as dramatically as possible. Make sure to dry the grated potatoes completely before frying them. This recipe serves two people, which is fortuitous because, as Ms. Ephron wrote, "Not just any potato will do when it comes to love."
Provided by Marialisa Calta
Categories side dish
Time 30m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Peel potatoes (after each is peeled, place it in a large bowl of cold water to cover to avoid discoloration). Dry potatoes and grate them in a food processor or with a hand grater.
- Spread grated potatoes on sheets of paper towels. Cover with another layer of towels and pat until dry. Repeat until potatoes are completely dry.
- Heat butter and oil in a nine-inch skillet over medium heat. Add potatoes and pat down with a spatula to form a pancake. Cook, uncovered, about 15 minutes, or until the bottom is brown. Slide one spatula underneath the pancake, place another on top and flip it. Add salt and cook five minutes more. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 937, UnsaturatedFat 13 grams, Carbohydrate 154 grams, Fat 31 grams, Fiber 11 grams, Protein 18 grams, SaturatedFat 15 grams, Sodium 986 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 1 gram
POTATO GRUYERE PUFFS
Make and share this Potato Gruyere Puffs recipe from Food.com.
Provided by alligirl
Categories Mashed Potatoes
Time 1h
Yield 4 sides, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cook the potatoes in boiling salted water until soft; drain.
- Mash and season with salt, pepper and nutmeg.
- Mix in the flour.
- Form into little dumplings using two soup spoons dipped into melted butter before forming each dumpling.
- Place the puffs into a baking dish.
- Pour the cream over and sprinkle with cheese.
- Bake for 10 minutes on the middle rack of a preheated 450°F.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 412.5, Fat 22.8, SaturatedFat 13.9, Cholesterol 71.4, Sodium 169.3, Carbohydrate 41.9, Fiber 5, Sugar 1.9, Protein 11.8
Tips:
- Choose the right potatoes: Yukon Gold or russet potatoes are the best choices for this recipe, as they have a high starch content which makes them fluffy and light.
- Use fresh herbs: Fresh herbs, such as parsley, chives, and rosemary, add a lot of flavor to these potato puffs. If you don't have fresh herbs on hand, you can use dried herbs, but use only half the amount.
- Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter will make the potato puffs tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- Use a hot oven: The potato puffs should be baked in a hot oven (400°F) so that they rise quickly and become crispy.
- Serve immediately: Potato puffs are best served immediately after they are baked. They can be reheated in a warm oven, but they will not be as crispy as they are when they are fresh out of the oven.
Conclusion:
Swiss potato puffs are a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that can be served with a variety of main courses. They are perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. With their crispy exteriors and fluffy interiors, these potato puffs are sure to be a hit with everyone at the table.
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