Best 7 Easy Cheddar Potato Cakes Made With Instant Potatoes Recipes

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Craving a delightful and simple dish that combines the comforting flavors of cheddar cheese and potatoes? Look no further! This article will guide you through the steps of creating easy cheddar potato cakes using instant potatoes. With a few pantry staples and minimal effort, you'll have a delicious meal that's perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, this recipe promises a satisfying culinary experience.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

EASY CHEDDAR POTATO CAKES (MADE WITH INSTANT POTATOES)



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If you looking for ways to use your instant potato flakes then here is a really great recipe! feel free to adjust all amounts to taste, this takes only minutes to make and my family loves them, don't try this recipe using regular mashed potatoes, it will not work --- this recipe was tested using Idahoan brand mashed potato flakes but I am sure any brand will work fine, servings is only estimated.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Potato

Time 11m

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups instant potato flakes
1 cup finely shredded cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons flour
1/4 cup cornmeal cornmeal
1 -2 teaspoon seasoning salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder (or to taste)
2 green onions, finely chopped
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (to taste)
2 cups milk
1 large egg
1/4 cup melted butter
vegetable oil (for frying)

Steps:

  • In a bowl combine the first 9 ingredients.
  • In another bowl mix the milk with egg and melted butter whisk until well combined; add to the dry mixture; mix well.
  • Let mixture stand for about 10-12 minutes until the liquid is absorbed.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  • Using slightly wet hands tightly shape into small balls (about 2 tablespoons) place into hot oil then press down lightly with back of a spoon).
  • Cook about 3 minutes on each side or until browned adding in more oil as needed.
  • Remove to paper towels.

INSTANT POTATO PANCAKES



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These crispy, crusty, delicious potato pancakes are nothing more than cold instant mashed potatoes shaped into patties and browned in butter. A sprinkle of chives adds color and flavor.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Potato Pancake Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup cold water
1 egg, beaten
½ teaspoon salt
¾ cup dry potato flakes
1 tablespoon chopped chives
1 pinch freshly ground black pepper
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 tablespoon butter
¼ cup sour cream for garnish
1 tablespoon chopped chives, divided

Steps:

  • Whisk together water, egg and salt in a large bowl until salt has dissolved. Stir in dry potato flakes until incorporated. Stir in 1 tablespoon of chopped chives; season with black pepper and cayenne pepper.
  • Heat oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Swirl the pan to combine.
  • Divide potato mixture into four equal portions and shape into pancakes. Place the pancakes in the pan and reduce heat to medium. Cook until a well-browned crust has formed onto the bottom of the pancakes, about 10 minutes. Flip each pancake and flatten slightly. Cook until other sides are browned, 7 to 8 more minutes.
  • Transfer to plate; top each pancake with a dollop of sour cream and sprinkle each with 3/4 teaspoon chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 135.2 calories, Carbohydrate 8.3 g, Cholesterol 54.9 mg, Fat 10.5 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 345.5 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

OLD FASHIONED POTATO CAKES



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These potato cakes are great with any meal or as a snack. Simple and quick to make with only a few ingredients. Kids of ALL ages love 'em.

Provided by DaMonkey

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Potato Pancake Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups mashed potatoes
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 onion, diced
1 egg
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup vegetable oil, or as needed

Steps:

  • Mix mashed potatoes, flour, onion, egg, black pepper, and salt together in a bowl until batter consistency.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Drop 4-inch circles of batter into hot oil. Cook until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Repeat with remaining batter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 254.8 calories, Carbohydrate 45.1 g, Cholesterol 48.6 mg, Fat 4.9 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 7.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 627.1 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

CHEDDAR POTATO CAKES



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This is a variation of a potato cake recipe I've made for years. These cakes are not as stiff as regular potato cakes so I make the portions a little smaller when I cook them.

Provided by Bekk1227

Categories     Potato

Time 15m

Yield 10 potato cakes

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups mashed potatoes (leftovers)
1/4 onions, minced or 1 tablespoon instant minced onion
1 egg
1/3 cup flour
2 ounces cheddar cheese, shredded (I use 50% less fat version)
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients together.
  • Place spoonfuls of potato mixture in greased fry pan.
  • Cook on medium/medium high heat for approximately 5 minutes or until bottom of cakes are golden brown.
  • Flip, mash down with spatula and cook for another 5 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 98.8, Fat 2.8, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 28.4, Sodium 232.6, Carbohydrate 14.6, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 1.1, Protein 3.7

SMASHED POTATO-CHEDDAR CAKES WITH WARM CRAN-APPLE SAUCE



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings, 3 cakes each

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 Golden or Red Delicious apples, peeled and chopped
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 cup apple cider
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup prepared whole berry cranberry sauce, store bought or homemade
3 cups smashed or leftover mashed potatoes*
Water or milk, as needed to thin potatoes
2 cups grated Cheddar
2 scallions, finely chopped
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg, eyeball it
Coarse salt and pepper
Drizzle vegetable oil
Butter pats
Paprika, to garnish, optional

Steps:

  • Place apples, lemon juice, cider, sugar and cinnamon in a medium pot over medium high heat and cook down into a thick sauce, stirring occasionally, 15 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in cranberry sauce to warm through and combine.
  • Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
  • Place potatoes and water or milk in a bowl and cover with plastic. Microwave 2 minutes on high to slightly reheat and loosen potatoes. Stir them up with the liquid to make them workable again. Combine cheese, scallions and nutmeg with potatoes and adjust salt and pepper.
  • Add a drizzle of vegetable oil and a pat of butter to your preheated skillet then score the potatoes and cheese mixture in half. Using the first half of the potatoes, make 6 (3-inch across and 1/2-inch thick) potato cakes and space them evenly around the pan. Cook the cakes until golden all over, 3 minutes per side, then remove and garnish with paprika, if using, and repeat with remaining ingredients.
  • Serve potato-cheddar cakes with warm cran-apple sauce for topping.

CHEESY POTATO CAKE RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: russet potatoes, all-purpose flour, garlic, grated parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, heavy cream, shredded cheddar cheese, gruyère cheese, ham, fresh parsley

Provided by Pierce Abernathy

Categories     Dinner

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

5 russet potatoes, medium
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
1 cup heavy cream
3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
3 cups gruyère cheese, shredded
9 slices ham
fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375˚F (190˚C).
  • Using a mandolin or a sharp knife, thinly slice the potatoes lengthwise.
  • In a 13-inch (33-cm) cast iron skillet, layer slices of potatoes around the outside of the pan. Add another layer of potatoes, keeping them centered in the pan and moving clockwise until the pan is covered.
  • Top with a third of the cheddar cheese, a third of the Gruyère cheese, and half of the ham.
  • Add another layer of potato slices around the outside of the pan, then a add layer of slices around the center of the pan. Top with another third of the cheddar and Gruyère and the remaining ham slices.
  • Add a final layer of potato slices around the center of the pan
  • Top with the remaining cheddar and Gruyère cheese.
  • Cover with greased aluminum foil and bake for 40 minutes.
  • Remove the pan from the oven and increase the oven temperature to 400˚F (200˚C).
  • In a medium bowl, combine the flour, garlic, Parmesan, salt, pepper and mix well.
  • Slowly add in the cream, whisking until fully incorporated.
  • Uncover the skillet and pour the cream mixture over potatoes, spreading evenly.
  • Bake for another 10-15 minutes uncovered, until the cheese is melted and golden brown.
  • Cool for at least 30 minutes, then slice and serve.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 450 calories, Carbohydrate 25 grams, Fat 30 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 21 grams, Sugar 2 grams

QUICK MASHED POTATO CAKES



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What a great way to use up any remaining mashed potatoes! These light cakes cook up golden brown and have a wonderful butter-and-onion flavor. Kids and adults alike will love our Test Kitchen's spin on a classic!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 egg white, lightly beaten
1 cup mashed potatoes (with added milk and butter)
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
2-1/2 teaspoons finely chopped green onion
1/2 teaspoon minced fresh parsley
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Butter-flavored cooking spray
1 teaspoon butter

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. In a large nonstick skillet coated with butter-flavored cooking spray, melt butter over medium heat. , Drop potato mixture by 1/4 cupfuls into skillet; press lightly to flatten. Cook over medium heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 155 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 525mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Russet potatoes are the best choice for this recipe, as they are starchy and hold their shape well. Yukon Gold potatoes can also be used, but they may fall apart more easily.
  • If you don't have an instant pot, you can boil the potatoes in a large pot of salted water until they are tender. Drain the potatoes and then mash them with a potato masher or ricer.
  • Be sure to grate the cheese finely so that it melts evenly throughout the potato cakes.
  • If the potato mixture is too wet, add more flour until it is thick enough to hold its shape.
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat before adding the potato cakes. This will help them to brown evenly.
  • Cook the potato cakes for 3-4 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
  • Serve the potato cakes immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Cheddar potato cakes are a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for potlucks, picnics, and family gatherings. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a tasty dish that everyone will love.

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