How to Make the Perfect Kid Friendly Pierogi
Polish · Easy · 50 min · 4 servings
These kid friendly pierogi are soft doughy dumplings stuffed with creamy mashed potato and cheddar cheese that kids can help fill and fold themselves. Parents love this kid friendly recipe for family cooking nights because little hands are perfectly sized for pinching the edges shut.
Why this recipe works
This Kid Friendly Pierogi recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 50 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 445 calories with 14g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 7 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 2 cups all purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 2 cups mashed potatoes cooled
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 3 tbsp butter
- 0.25 cup diced onion
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Make the Dough
Mix flour, eggs and sour cream together in a bowl until a soft dough forms, knead 3 minutes until smooth. Wrap in plastic and rest at room temperature 20 minutes while preparing filling.
Step 2: Prepare the Filling
Combine cooled mashed potatoes with shredded cheddar cheese and mix until well blended. Season with salt and pepper to taste and set aside.
Step 3: Fill and Seal the Pierogi
Roll dough to quarter inch thickness and cut into 3 inch circles using a glass or cookie cutter. Place a teaspoon of filling in the center of each circle, fold over and press edges firmly to seal.
Step 4: Boil Then Pan Fry
Boil pierogi in salted water 4 minutes until they float then drain. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat, add onions and cook 2 minutes then add boiled pierogi and fry 2 minutes per side until golden.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- cheddar cheese → cream cheese mixed into potatoes for an ultra smooth mild filling
- sour cream in dough → plain yogurt works equally well in the dough recipe
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Not sealing the edges firmly enough causing filling to leak out during boiling
- Rolling the dough too thick making chewy dense dumplings instead of tender ones
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 445 calories, 14g protein, 62g carbs, 16g fat, 3g fiber.
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