Description
Indulge in the irresistible flavor of Dark Hot Honey Croquettes, where crispy meets creamy in every bite. These delightful morsels combine fluffy mashed potatoes with sharp cheddar cheese, all perfectly coated in crunchy panko breadcrumbs and drizzled with rich dark hot honey. Ideal for entertaining or a cozy night at home, they promise to be a crowd-pleaser that leaves everyone asking for the recipe.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups mashed potatoes (about 3 medium Russet potatoes)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 3 tablespoons dark hot honey
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- Vegetable oil (for frying, about 1/2 inch deep)
Instructions
- Boil potatoes until tender (15-20 minutes), then drain and mash until smooth.
- In a bowl, mix mashed potatoes, cheddar cheese, and 1 tablespoon dark hot honey until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into small balls or patties.
- Set up a breading station with beaten eggs and panko breadcrumbs; dip each croquette in egg, then coat with breadcrumbs.
- Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat (around 350°F); fry croquettes for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels and drizzle with remaining dark hot honey before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 croquette (45g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg