Here’s a simple, crispy, and delicious recipe for Mashed Potato Cakes 🥔🧈 — perfect as a side dish or snack.
Mashed Potato Cakes
Servings: 4–6
Time: ~25–30 minutes
Ingredients
- 2 cups leftover mashed potatoes (plain or lightly seasoned)
- ½ cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your choice)
- 1 egg
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour (more if needed)
- 2–3 green onions or chives, chopped (optional)
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- 2–3 tbsp oil or butter for frying
Optional Add-ins
- Cooked bacon bits
- Herbs (parsley, thyme, dill)
- Minced garlic
Instructions
- Mix ingredients
- In a bowl, combine mashed potatoes, egg, cheese, green onions, flour, salt, and pepper.
- The mixture should hold together; add more flour if too soft.
- Shape cakes
- Form mixture into small patties, about 2–3 inches in diameter.
- Cook
- Heat oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat.
- Fry patties 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve
- Serve warm with sour cream, ketchup, or your favorite dipping sauce.
Tips & Variations
- Crispier cakes: Coat patties lightly in breadcrumbs before frying.
- Cheesy twist: Fold in different cheeses or a small cube of cheese in the center for a gooey core.
- Baked option: Arrange on a greased baking sheet and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15–20 minutes, flipping halfway.
I can also give you a stuffed mashed potato cake version with meat, veggies, or cheese inside for extra flavor.
Do you want me to give that version?
