Description
These Cheesy Mashed Potato Pancakes are a delightful twist on traditional potato pancakes, made with tender baby potatoes, shredded cheddar, and green onions. Crispy golden on the outside and soft inside, they make a perfect savory breakfast or side dish that’s easy to prepare and full of comforting flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Potato Mixture
- 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
Optional
- Flour (optional, see notes)
- Non-stick cooking spray, for frying
- Sour cream, cheese, and additional green onions for serving
Instructions
- Cook the Potatoes: In a medium pot, place the little potatoes in cold water. Bring the water to a boil over high heat, then reduce to medium heat and simmer the potatoes for about 10 minutes, or until they are tender when pierced with a fork. Drain and mash the potatoes well, then allow them to cool to room temperature. You may also use leftover mashed potatoes as noted.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, egg, shredded cheddar cheese, sliced green onion, and salt. Mix until all the ingredients are well incorporated. If the mixture feels too wet and doesn’t hold together well, lightly add some flour as needed.
- Prepare the Cooking Surface: Heat a griddle or large frying pan over medium-high heat. Spray generously with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Form and Cook Pancakes: Scoop spoonfuls of the potato mixture onto the hot griddle. Press each scoop down gently to flatten into pancakes. Let them cook undisturbed for 4-5 minutes, or until the bottoms are very golden and crispy. Flip the pancakes carefully and cook the other side for another 4-5 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve: Once cooked, serve the potato pancakes hot topped with sour cream, extra shredded cheese, and sliced green onions or toppings of your choice for added flavor.
Notes
- The recipe works well with leftover mashed potatoes, making it a convenient way to use up leftovers.
- If the potato mixture is too wet to form pancakes easily, add a small amount of flour to help bind it.
- Use a non-stick spray or oil to ensure the pancakes crisp up nicely and don’t stick to the pan.
- These pancakes can be customized with additional herbs or spices to suit your taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: cheesy potato pancakes, mashed potato pancakes, potato side dish, cheesy side, vegetarian pancakes
