Stuffed Potato Pancakes with a Cheesy Twist: A Flavorful Comfort Food Delight

After peeling and grating the potatoes, place them in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out any excess moisture. This will help the pancakes become crispier when cooked.
Mix the Pancake Batter:

In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated potatoes, chopped onion, beaten egg, flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir everything together until the ingredients are well combined.
Prepare the Cheesy Filling:

In a separate bowl, mix the shredded cheddar cheese with the softened cream cheese. This creamy cheese filling will melt beautifully inside the potato pancakes.
Form the Pancakes:

Take a spoonful of the potato mixture and flatten it into a small patty on your palm. Add a spoonful of the cheesy filling in the center, then carefully fold the edges of the potato mixture around the cheese to form a ball. Flatten the ball into a pancake shape.
Fry the Pancakes:

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the stuffed potato pancakes to the pan, cooking them in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding. Fry each side for 3-4 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
Remove the pancakes from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil.
Serve:

Garnish the Stuffed Potato Pancakes with fresh parsley and serve them hot. For an extra touch, serve with a side of sour cream for dipping.
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