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Best-Ever Potato Knishes

Best-Ever Potato Knishes: Flaky, Cozy Comfort Food Delights

Experience the Best-Ever Potato Knishes, delightful pockets of comfort food brimming with rich flavors and cozy nostalgia.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 4 knishes
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food, Jewish
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil or schmaltz Butter is a great substitute.
  • 1 cup warm water
  • 1 large egg (lightly beaten) Use flax or chia egg for a vegan version.
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar Optional.
For the Filling
  • 2 large russet potatoes (peeled and cut)
  • ½ cup full-fat sour cream Greek yogurt can lighten it up.
  • 2 tablespoons butter or schmaltz (for frying) Optional.
  • 1 large yellow onion (chopped) Shallots can be a substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil For sautéing onions.
  • to taste freshly ground black pepper
  • optional fresh thyme Can swap with Italian herbs.

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • pot
  • Rolling Pin
  • Baking sheet
  • Knife or Pizza Cutter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine 3 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and 1 teaspoon of kosher salt. Add ¼ cup of vegetable oil, 1 cup of warm water, 1 lightly beaten egg, and optionally, 1 teaspoon of white vinegar. Mix until combined and form a dough. Knead gently until smooth for about 5 minutes, then let it rest by chilling in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  2. While the dough chills, prepare the filling by peeling and cutting 2 large russet potatoes into chunks. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil, then add the potatoes and cook until tender, approximately 15-20 minutes. Drain well and return the potatoes to the pot, then mash them until smooth and fluffy.
  3. In a skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 chopped yellow onion and sauté for about 8-10 minutes until soft and caramelized. Combine with the mashed potatoes, stirring in ½ cup of full-fat sour cream and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  4. Once the dough has chilled, divide it into 4 equal portions on a lightly floured surface. Roll out each portion into a thin sheet, about 1/8 inch thick. Cut the dough into 4x4-inch squares.
  5. Place a generous spoonful of the potato filling in the center of each dough square. Fold the square diagonally to form a triangle and pinch the edges firmly to seal.
  6. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet with cooking spray or parchment paper. Arrange the filled knishes on the baking sheet and brush the tops with a little beaten egg.
  7. Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the knishes for 30-40 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  8. Once baked to perfection, remove the knishes from the oven and allow them to cool on a wire rack for about 5 minutes. Serve warm with a side of creamy dill yogurt sauce or your favorite condiment.

Nutrition

Serving: 1knishCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 410mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 5mg

Notes

These knishes are best served warm and can be made in advance. Experiment with different fillings to add your twist!

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