Pierogi Filling

Creamy, cheesy, and perfectly seasoned, this savory pierogi filling is a classic blend of comfort and flavor that’s sure to elevate any homemade dumpling. Made with buttery russet potatoes, rich sharp cheddar cheese, and caramelized onions, this filling delivers a luscious texture and a depth of flavor that pierogi lovers crave. A touch of optional sour cream adds extra creaminess, while salt and black pepper provide just the right balance of seasoning. Ready in under an hour, this versatile recipe is ideal for filling your favorite handmade pierogi dough and can be prepared ahead of time for ultimate convenience. Perfect for traditional Polish feasts or anytime you’re craving hearty, homemade comfort food!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 medium Russet potatoes
• 1 cup Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 3 tablespoons Butter
• 1 large Yellow onion, finely diced
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Sour cream (optional, for added creaminess)

Directions

Step 1

Peel and dice the potatoes into even-sized chunks. Place them in a large pot of salted water and bring to a boil over high heat.

Step 2

Reduce heat to medium and cook the potatoes until they are fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain the potatoes and transfer them to a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

While the potatoes are cooking, melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the finely diced onion and sauté until golden brown and caramelized, about 8-10 minutes. Set aside.

Step 4

Using a potato masher or handheld mixer, mash the hot potatoes until smooth and free of lumps.

Step 5

Add the shredded cheddar cheese, caramelized onions, 1 tablespoon of butter, salt, black pepper, and sour cream (if using) to the mashed potatoes. Mix thoroughly until the filling is smooth and evenly combined.

Step 6

Taste the mixture and adjust seasonings as needed. You can add extra salt, pepper, or cheese to suit your preferences.

Step 7

Let the filling cool completely before using to stuff pierogi dough. The filling can also be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1083.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1566.9

Total Fat 75.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 46.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.1g
Cholesterol 233.7mg	0%
Sodium 3414.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 176.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.7g	0%
Total Sugars 17.5g
Protein 51.7g	0%

Vitamin D 30.7IU	0%
Calcium 993.8mg	0%
Iron 9.6mg	0%
Potassium 4352.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.8%

Protein: 13.0%

Carbs: 44.3%