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    Polish Potato Dumplings (Kopytka) Recipe

    Published: Feb 27, 2019 · Modified: Jan 14, 2020 by Anna 63 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Polish Potato Dumplings (Kopytka) made with mashed potatoes, flour and egg. These dumplings are perfect served with garlic, onion, mushrooms and bacon!

    Leftover mashed potatoes can also be used to make delicious cakes or casserole with bacon and cheese.

    Overhead shot of Polish potato dumplings on white plate, with bacon and mushrooms.

    Kopytka are Polish potato dumplings, popular in the southern part of Poland. They are made with mashed potatoes, egg and flour. They are cooked in salted water and can be served right away or sauteed in pan for a crispy exterior. Add sauteed garlic, onion, mushrooms and bacon for more texture and flavor.

    POLISH POTATO DUMPLINGS

    These Polish Potato Dumplings are super easy and perfect as a side dish or as dinner. Next time you have leftover mashed potatoes, save them and make these dumplings! You will love them! This is a perfect recipe for using leftover mashed potatoes, like my Leftover Mashed Potato Cheddar Ranch Cakes.

    HOW TO MAKE POLISH POTATO DUMPLINGS KOPYTKA?

    • Start with mashed potatoes. They should be cold, so this is a great way to use up leftover potatoes.
    • Add egg and flour and mix until the dough comes together. Place dough onto a floured surface and divide into two parts. Roll one part of the dough into a long log and slice into 1.5 to 2" dumplings.
    • In a large saucepan or pot, boil water and add 1 teaspoon of salt. Add 5 to 8 dumplings at a time to the boiling water and cook until they start to float at the top. Remove and place on plate. Repeat with remaining dumplings.
    • You can serve the dumplings right away as a side dish or follow the suggestion below.

    Overhead shot of mashed potatoes, egg and flour in glass bowl.

    Traditionally, the Polish potato dumplings are cut at an angle. See my photo below for visual help.

    Overhead shot of cut Polish potato dumplings on wooden cutting board.

    HOW TO SERVE POLISH POTATO DUMPLINGS?

    In a skillet, heat up olive oil and butter. Add cooked dumplings and cook until golden brown. Remove from skillet. Add minced garlic, onion and bacon to the same pan. Saute for 4 minutes. Add mushrooms and cook until fragrant and bacon is crispy. Toss with dumplings and serve.

    Overhead shot of Polish potato dumplings in stainless steel skillet.

    CAN THESE DUMPLINGS BE MADE AHEAD OF TIME?

    Yes, these potato dumplings can be made up to 2 days in advance. They reheat well in pan or microwave. You can also make the dough, cut into dumplings and freeze on a baking sheet. Then transfer into a ziploc bag and freeze for up to 3 months.

    Side shot of Polish potato dumplings with bacon and mushrooms on white plate.

    MORE POTATO RECIPES:

    Leftover Mashed Potato Cakes

    Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes

    Mashed Potato Casserole

    If you like this recipe and make it, snap a photo and share it on INSTAGRAM! Tag me @crunchycreamysweet so I can check it out and leave a comment!

    POLISH POTATO DUMPLINGS (KOPYTKA) RECIPE :

    Polish Potato Dumplings (Kopytka) Recipe

    Author: Anna
    Polish Potato Dumplings (Kopytka) are made with mashed potatoes, flour and egg. These dumplings are perfect served with garlic, onion, mushrooms and bacon!More potato recipes: www.crunchycreamysweet.com
    5 from 20 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 15 mins
    Total Time 20 mins
    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine Polish
    Servings 4 servings
    Calories 235 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 2 cups mashed potatoes cold
    • 1 large egg
    • 1 cup all-purpose flour see note

    Instructions
     

    • Place mashed potatoes in a mixing bowl. They should be cold, so this is a great way to use up leftover potatoes.
    • Add egg and flour and mix until the dough comes together. Place dough onto a floured surface and divide into two parts. Roll one part of the dough into a long log and slice into 1.5 to 2" dumplings.
    • In a large saucepan or pot, boil water and add 1 teaspoon of salt. Add 5 to 8 dumplings at a time to the boiling water and cook until they start to float at the top. Remove and place on a plate. Repeat with remaining dumplings.
    • You can serve the dumplings right away as a side dish or follow the suggestion below.
    • In a skillet, heat up 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter. Add cooked dumplings and cook until golden brown. Remove onto a plate. Add 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 small yellow onion (chopped), 4 slices of bacon (chopped) and 4 white mushrooms (washed, sliced). Saute until fragrant and the bacon is crispy. Toss with dumplings and serve.

    Notes

    To make 2 cups of mashed potatoes, you will need a little less than a pound of potatoes. After cooking, drain from water, mash with a splash or milk and cool completely before using to make dumplings.
    You may need more flour to dust the surface for cutting dumplings.
    The nutritional value does not include the garlic, onion, mushrooms and bacon.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 235kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 47mg | Potassium: 378mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 60IU | Vitamin C: 24.3mg | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 2mg
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    1. Ela from Ohio says

      January 19, 2023 at 6:19 pm

      5 stars
      Oh, my goodness. That is exactly how I make my kopytka. I serve them with a hearty beef and gravy dinner. Love them. I have seen other recipes, but this one has perfect proportions. Good job!

      Reply
      • Anna says

        January 24, 2023 at 9:56 pm

        I am so glad! Thank you so much, Ela!

        Reply
    2. Mom says

      December 09, 2022 at 9:15 am

      5 stars
      So delicious!! We pan fry in butter then add a heaping helping to our bowls of borscht at our traditional christmas eve dinner! Everyone enjoys it!

      Reply
      • Anna says

        December 19, 2022 at 9:47 pm

        Yay! I am so glad! Thank you so much!

        Reply
    3. James says

      November 14, 2022 at 9:16 pm

      5 stars
      my family made them I love them best sautéed with onions and mushrooms.

      Reply
    4. Mike says

      October 12, 2022 at 11:15 am

      where it says flour, can I use gluten free flour or does that work? The reason I ask is my daughter and wife are both celiac and have a gluten intolerance.If they get gluten they can be quite ill. Thank you.

      Mike

      Reply
      • Anna says

        October 13, 2022 at 4:47 pm

        Hi Mike! I have not tested this recipe with gluten-free flour but you could try it with flour that can be substituted in 1:1 ratio. I believe Bob's Red Mill makes one. Let me know if you give it a try!

        Reply
    5. Leigh says

      March 29, 2022 at 10:24 am

      I’ve attempted to make these but the dough was really sticky, is that normal?

      Reply
      • Anna says

        March 29, 2022 at 6:27 pm

        Yes. You can flour your counter and your hands to shape it into logs and then cut. I hope this helps!

        Reply
    6. Mike Diamond says

      January 02, 2022 at 5:25 am

      Anna,
      Magic !!
      My grandmother in Graz, Austria would make longer noodles (like a finger length) with your recipe.

      Pan fry bread crumbs and sugar, and then roll the noodles in this.
      What a dessert !!!

      Reply
      • Carol says

        January 18, 2022 at 4:42 pm

        Hi Mike, my grandparents where also from Austria. I remember grandma making finger dumplings with buttered breadcrumbs. As a kid, I could never eat enough of them. Thanks for bringing back that memory for me.

        Reply
    7. Marj Arico says

      January 01, 2022 at 8:58 pm

      5 stars
      I used a sweet potato because that’s all I had. I needed to add a bit more flour but they turned out great! Thank you for the recipe.

      Reply
    8. Chris Zook says

      November 25, 2021 at 12:21 am

      My Lithuanian grandmother made these for me. They were my favorite. She made them when I was pregnant because that was all I wanted. I haven't found the recipe yet, but I am hopeful especially looking at the way you have cut them. It's the same! She sautéed these with butter and sour cream and they were amazing!! I am excited to try these!

      Reply
      • Anna says

        November 28, 2021 at 12:18 am

        Hi Chris! That is such a sweet story. Thank you for sharing! I hope you enjoy the dumplings. Let me know how it goes!

        Reply
    9. Jasmine says

      January 30, 2021 at 1:53 pm

      How long do the dumplings last after cooking? I like to meal prep for about 4-5 days.

      Reply
      • Anna says

        January 30, 2021 at 1:54 pm

        Hi Jasmine! As with any other dumplings, these are good for 3 days in the fridge. Five days is definitely too long. I hope this helps!

        Reply
    10. Rich says

      January 28, 2021 at 11:39 am

      Aftercooking the dumplings in the boiling water , can you freeze them?

      Reply
      • Anna says

        February 05, 2021 at 10:41 pm

        Hi Rich! Yes, you can freeze them. Just make sure to cool them completely, by spreading them on a large sheet so they don't stick together.

        Reply
      • Grace Paciorek says

        July 16, 2021 at 2:34 pm

        I freeze them raw and add frozen dumplings to the boiling water.

        Reply
    11. john mccabe says

      December 30, 2020 at 6:01 pm

      can you add these to chicken soup

      Reply
      • Anna says

        January 01, 2021 at 5:14 pm

        Hi John! I think it should work. Let me know if you make it!

        Reply
    12. Lynn V. in Iowa says

      November 14, 2020 at 7:34 pm

      I married into a family that fixed potato dumplings as favorite meal. I like them best fried after cooking. We add onions, sauerkraut, and chunks of leftover roasted pork. It has become my favorite comfort food in winter!

      Reply
    13. Anna Donner says

      August 09, 2020 at 9:18 am

      5 stars
      Potato dumplings were a family favorite and a well needed family dinner. We were a family of five and dinner money had to go far. My Mother would fry side pork and we put the grease on our dumplings. Having watch my Mother make these for many years, it was only recently many years later I attempted my Potato Dumplings, and in cooking I remembered that when they were done they floated to the top and how exciting I was to see this. Wonderful you are sharing these wonderful dumplings with others.

      Reply
    14. Rose says

      July 27, 2020 at 6:09 pm

      I remember my father making potato dumplings, he always put little chunks of fried bread in side of the dumpling, and yes he made his the same way you do.=the bread was put into the dumpling and then rolled into a ball and did the same as you did., only a bit bigger.
      Then if any were left after cooking , the next day we children had a treat of fried sliced potato dumpling=fried in batter til brown, sprinkled with white sugar.

      Reply
    15. Amy says

      April 07, 2020 at 8:27 am

      I never comment on recipes but having just made this for lunch while cooped up, I want to thank you for posting an easy to follow, simple recipe for a food that was new to me! I particularly appreciate that I did not have to go to the store, ha! These reminded me of pierogies, but were significantly easier to make from scratch.

      These were great, and will definitely be made again.

      Reply
    16. Wendy says

      January 28, 2020 at 1:47 pm

      What kind of potatoes do you find best to use for this recipe?

      Reply
      • Anna says

        January 28, 2020 at 1:56 pm

        Hi Wendy! I used russet potatoes. I hope this helps!

        Reply
      • Ela says

        October 19, 2020 at 8:17 am

        I add often minced parsley and freshly ground pepper to the dough. They can be served with mushroom sauces or beef stew , or eaten like Anna is describing.
        I love them

        Reply
    17. chris says

      January 16, 2020 at 8:05 pm

      About how thick do you roll the "long logs"? Thanks!

      Reply
    18. Dianne C Chec says

      October 31, 2019 at 8:12 am

      Great with creamed chicken!

      Reply
      • Anna says

        November 05, 2019 at 12:14 am

        Thank you, Dianne!

        Reply
    19. MarleneLapera says

      October 31, 2019 at 6:07 am

      I would love the recipe for your Mushroom sauce ! thank you. Marlene

      Reply
    20. Krista says

      October 30, 2019 at 9:09 am

      Is there a sauce or something similar that I can cook with these besides the mushrooms and bacon? My kids don’t like these.

      Reply
    21. Jan says

      October 08, 2019 at 12:14 pm

      5 stars
      Recipe was easy to follow. I froze mine for later use.
      When it's time...do you thaw the dumplings before putting in boiling water?

      Reply
    22. Jan says

      October 08, 2019 at 12:07 pm

      5 stars
      Made recipe; easy to follow. I froze mine for later use.
      One question. Do you thaw before placing in boiling water?

      Regards,
      Jan

      Reply
      • Anna says

        October 08, 2019 at 12:17 pm

        Hi Jan! I do thaw them before cooking. Simply place on a parchment paper-lined sheet (to prevent sticking) and thaw at room temperature, while the water comes to boiling. I hope this helps!

        Reply
    23. sunsprout says

      July 15, 2019 at 1:58 pm

      5 stars
      This was great! Straightforward and easy recipe - they were fantastic, even though I messed up a few steps (not the fault of the recipe!). I didn't mash the potatoes well enough (because I forgot to mash them before I cooled them and they were difficult to mash cold), so my kopytka were a bit lumpy and I forgot to boil them, so I had to pan fry them for about 10 minutes. Even with these mistakes, they were so delicious.

      Reply
    24. Jess says

      March 07, 2019 at 5:56 am

      5 stars
      what herbs would be best for the dumplings?

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        March 07, 2019 at 12:23 pm

        Hi Jess! I love dill, thyme or just parsley. You can also add garlic powder, onion powder and paprika. I hope this helps!

        Reply
    25. Krista says

      March 06, 2019 at 12:27 pm

      5 stars
      These sure look tasty! I have to try them soon!

      Reply
    26. Katerina says

      March 04, 2019 at 7:13 am

      5 stars
      mmm..this looks so comforting and delicious!!

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        March 04, 2019 at 6:05 pm

        Thanks, Katerina!

        Reply
    27. Catalina says

      March 03, 2019 at 2:02 pm

      5 stars
      Looks so comforting and delicious! The perfect side dish!

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        March 04, 2019 at 6:05 pm

        Thanks, Catalina!

        Reply
    28. Alyss says

      March 02, 2019 at 11:32 pm

      5 stars
      This looks so comforting and delicious! A must make for dinner!

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        March 04, 2019 at 6:09 pm

        Thanks, Alyssa!

        Reply
    29. Chrissie Baker says

      March 02, 2019 at 4:11 am

      5 stars
      This dish is very popular in Ukraine. It is really very tasty. I love this recipe!

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        March 04, 2019 at 6:09 pm

        Yes! It's popular in that part of Europe.

        Reply
    30. Steph says

      March 01, 2019 at 6:28 pm

      5 stars
      These look absolutely amazing! Can't wait to make them!

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        March 04, 2019 at 6:10 pm

        I hope you love them!

        Reply
        • Ni says

          April 24, 2020 at 1:41 am

          My husband’s Polish grandma used to make these a lot. But after boiling in the water she would sauté them with butter and onions until just a bit browned. They are delicious that way. I make them when I have leftover mashed potatoes.

          Reply
          • Chris says

            December 31, 2020 at 6:37 pm

            My parents are Ukraine Mom would make them and add the butter and lightly with bread crumbs. She called the snakes I guess the American word for the kids.

            Reply
            • Anna says

              January 01, 2021 at 5:07 pm

              Great! Thank you for sharing, Chris!

    31. Sabrina says

      March 01, 2019 at 3:19 pm

      5 stars
      I am totally craving these now! Love that you added bacon to them too.

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        March 04, 2019 at 6:10 pm

        It's the best addition! 😀 Thanks, Sabrina!

        Reply
    32. Jocelyn says

      March 01, 2019 at 2:13 pm

      5 stars
      These sound absolutely amazing! I love how crispy they look and of course bacon on top is a must!!!

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        March 04, 2019 at 6:10 pm

        Thank you, Jocelyn!

        Reply
      • Elizabeth says

        November 14, 2019 at 1:41 am

        These look delicious. My Mom used to make them and served them with a stew or a mock stroganoff. Fantastic!
        Do you have any substitute ideas for the flour? I have several family members that are gluten intolerant. Thanks 🙏

        Reply
        • Kourtney says

          January 18, 2022 at 5:52 pm

          Wow. I am late on this, but you can probably try tapioca flour.

          Reply
    33. Natasha says

      February 28, 2019 at 5:35 pm

      5 stars
      I grew up eating these. SO so good! I love all the toppings too - makes my mouth water!

      Reply
    34. Allyson Zea says

      February 28, 2019 at 1:35 pm

      OMG I cannot believe I have never tried these! Making this weekend for sure!!!

      Reply
    35. Tara says

      February 28, 2019 at 12:56 pm

      5 stars
      So good, totally making a freezer full next time we have leftover mashed potatoes!

      Reply
    36. Julie Blanner says

      February 28, 2019 at 12:09 pm

      5 stars
      This looks so good! Thanks for sharing!

      Reply

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