POTATO LATKE FUNNEL CAKES

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This savory funnel cake incorporates mashed potatoes and ranch seasoning into the dough. It's delicious. Just try it and you'll see! -Chanie Apfelbaum, Brooklyn, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 35m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1-1/2 cups sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
1 envelope ranch salad dressing mix (1 oz.), divided
2 pounds russet potatoes (about 3 large), peeled and cubed
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 large egg
1/2 to 1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 to 1 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup 2% milk, optional
Oil for deep-fat frying
Grated Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

  • Stir together sour cream and 1 tablespoon ranch dressing mix; refrigerate, covered, until serving., Place potatoes in a large saucepan; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until just tender, 15-20 minutes. Drain potatoes; return to pan and stir over low heat 1 minute to dry. Mash potatoes; stir in flour, egg, salt, pepper, remaining ranch dressing mix and milk, if desired, until smooth. , In a deep cast-iron or electric skillet, heat oil to 350°. Transfer potato mixture to a pastry bag fitted with small round pastry tip. Pipe batter in a spiral motion. Fry until golden brown, 1-2 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese if desired; serve warm with dip.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 165 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 231mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

patricia fortunate
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Meh.


Robina Kausar
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These are so easy to make and they're always a hit with my family. I love that I can use up leftover mashed potatoes to make them.


Meenarh Sakajiki
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Not bad! The latkes were a bit too greasy for my taste, but the overall flavor was good. I think next time I'll try baking them instead of frying them.


Pathan Gameing
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These potato latke funnel cakes were a delightful surprise! I was skeptical at first, but they turned out crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. I added a dollop of sour cream and some smoked salmon, and it was the perfect combination of fla