Cheesy Mashed Potato Pancakes Recipe
These Cheesy Mashed Potato Pancakes are a delicious twist on classic potato pancakes, featuring creamy mashed baby potatoes blended with cheddar cheese and green onions, then pan-fried to golden perfection. Crispy on the outside and tender inside, they make a perfect side dish or snack for any meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 pancakes 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 0.75 lb Little Potatoes (Baby Boomers) (about 170 grams or 1/2 bag)
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 green onion, sliced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Flour (optional, see notes)
Instructions
- Cook the Potatoes: Place the little potatoes in a medium pot filled with cold water. Bring the water to a boil over high heat, then reduce to medium and simmer the potatoes for about 10 minutes or until tender when pierced with a fork. Drain and mash the potatoes well. Let the mashed potatoes cool to room temperature.
- Mix the Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cooled mashed potatoes with the egg, shredded cheddar cheese, sliced green onion, and salt. Mix everything thoroughly until evenly combined. If the mixture feels too wet, sprinkle in some flour to help bind it.
- Prepare the Pan: Heat a griddle or large frying pan over medium-high heat and coat with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Form and Cook Pancakes: Scoop spoonfuls of the potato mixture onto the hot griddle, then gently press down each mound to form flat pancakes. Cook for 4-5 minutes on one side until they become very golden and crispy.
- Flip and Finish Cooking: Carefully flip each pancake and cook the other side for another 4-5 minutes until it is equally golden brown and crispy.
- Serve: Serve the cheesy mashed potato pancakes warm with sour cream, additional cheese, and green onions as toppings if desired.
Notes
- Using leftover mashed potatoes is a great time-saver—just make sure they are well chilled and possibly add a little flour if the mixture is too loose.
- Flour is optional and only needed if the batter doesn’t hold together well enough for forming pancakes.
- These pancakes can be customized by adding herbs or spices like paprika or garlic powder for extra flavor.
- For a crispier texture, use a little oil instead of non-stick spray to fry the pancakes.
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