Creamy Potato Puffs | Flirt Recipes

Ingredients

• For the potato mixture:
• 2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1/4 cup heavy cream, warmed
• 2 large eggs, beaten
• 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, finely grated
• 1/2 cup Gruyère cheese, finely grated
• 3 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• For the coating:
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 3 large eggs, beaten with 2 tablespoons water
• 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon dried herbs (thyme, rosemary, or herbes de Provence)
• Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
• For the dipping sauce (optional):
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (chives, dill, or parsley), chopped
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 clove garlic, finely grated
• Salt and pepper to taste