Description
Mashed Potato Cakes are a delightful way to reinvent your leftovers into a crispy, golden-brown treat. With a fluffy interior and savory flavor, these cakes are perfect for any occasion—be it breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Simple to prepare and endlessly customizable, they pair beautifully with sour cream or your favorite dipping sauce. Impress your guests or enjoy a comforting meal at home with this family-favorite recipe that brings nostalgia and deliciousness to the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups mashed potatoes (fresh or leftovers)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup green onions (finely chopped)
- ½ cup crispy bacon bits (optional)
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Gather ingredients and ensure mashed potatoes are at room temperature.
- In a large bowl, mix mashed potatoes with eggs and flour until well combined. Stir in green onions and bacon bits if using; season with salt and pepper.
- Shape the mixture into patties about 1 inch thick and place on a parchment-lined plate.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Test oil by dropping in a small amount of batter—if it sizzles, it's ready.
- Fry patties for about 4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Drain excess oil on paper towels before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg