Best 14 Fluffy Mashed Potato Pancakes Recipes

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FluffyMashed potato pancakes, also known as potato pancakes or latkes, are a delightful culinary creation that has been enjoyed for generations. These golden-brown, crispy pancakes are made using mashed potatoes as their primary ingredient, resulting in a soft and fluffy texture that is both comforting and satisfying. Whether you prefer them topped with savory ingredients like sour cream and smoked salmon or sweet additions like apple sauce and cinnamon, mashed potato pancakes offer a versatile canvas for your taste buds. With countless variations and cooking methods, discovering the perfect recipe to suit your preferences can be an exciting journey. In this article, we'll delve into the world of mashed potato pancakes, providing you with tips, tricks, and a selection of mouthwatering recipes to help you create these delectable treats in your own kitchen.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MY CRISPY MASHED POTATO PANCAKE



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Using leftover mashed potatoes and just a few basic ingredients, you can fry up this delightful and inexpensive dish in a snap.

Provided by LINDASGARDENSIDE

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Potato Pancake Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups cold mashed potatoes
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives

Steps:

  • Combine potatoes, eggs, flour, and garlic powder in a bowl.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; fry potato mixture in skillet, pressing with a spatula to flatten evenly. Cover and cook until bottom is crispy, about 10 minutes; invert onto serving platter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214.2 calories, Carbohydrate 26.9 g, Cholesterol 126.8 mg, Fat 8.7 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 7.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 469.6 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

LEFTOVER MASHED POTATO PANCAKES



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This is a great recipe for leftover mashed potatoes. I never liked reheated mashed potatoes, but if you fry them in a pan as a potato pancake, they taste delicious. You might need to adjust the ingredients depending on how much mashed potatoes you have left over.

Provided by Karin50

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Potato Pancake Recipes

Time 13m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups mashed potatoes
1 egg
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ cup dry bread crumbs, or as needed
1 tablespoon oil
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • Combine mashed potatoes, egg, and pepper in a bowl and mix well together.
  • Pour bread crumbs into a small bowl. Shape potato mixture into 3-inch patties with wet hands and dip in bread crumbs so they are evenly coated.
  • Heat oil and butter in a nonstick skillet over medium heat and cook potato cakes on both sides until they are heated through and browned, about 4 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 373.4 calories, Carbohydrate 47.4 g, Cholesterol 101.3 mg, Fat 16.8 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 8.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 805.2 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

LEFTOVER MASHED POTATO PANCAKES



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This recipe was recently submitted to a news group to which I belong. I think it is very good and hope you like it, too. Preparation time in the kitchen is just a few minutes. When the big meal is through, this is a tasty way to use up the leftover mashed potatoes.

Provided by Thomas Danler

Categories     Breakfast

Time 35m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups mashed potatoes (approximately)
1 -2 egg
1/4 cup flour
salt
pepper
garlic
onion (optional)
chives (optional)
cheese (optional)
oil or Crisco, for frying
sour cream (optional) or applesauce, for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Mix mashed potatoes, egg, flour, salt, pepper, garlic, and any optional ingredients, into mashed potatoes.
  • Preheat skillet and add a couple of tablespoons of Crisco shortening or oil.
  • Make sure the mixture is not too thin.
  • Pour 1/4 cup batter into hot pan; brown on both sides.
  • Enjoy with sour cream or applesauce.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 266.9, Fat 3.7, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 97.2, Sodium 670, Carbohydrate 49, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 3.3, Protein 8.8

MOUNTAIN MAMA'S POTATO PANCAKES



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Using instant potato flakes and an instant pancake mix for my starter, I'm always ready for my B-and-B guests. Works great if you're cooking for 2 or 20. Great by themselves -- or top with bacon, poached egg, and cheese (we like applesauce on the side, also.) Great finger food, just fold it over a slice of cheese or bacon.

Provided by Mountain Mama

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Potatoes

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

⅔ cup instant mashed potato flakes
⅓ cup complete dry pancake mix
½ cup chopped onion
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 cup skim milk
1 egg, beaten
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 pinch salt and pepper to taste
1 pinch cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Stir together the potato flakes, pancake mix, onion, Cheddar cheese, milk, egg, olive oil, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper in a bowl until well combined.
  • Grease a griddle or large skillet, and place over medium heat. Drop pancakes, 1/4 cup at a time, onto the hot griddle, and cook until the edges look dry and 1 bubble appears in the center, about 3 minutes. Flip the pancakes, and cook until browned on the other side, about 3 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 131.1 calories, Carbohydrate 10.1 g, Cholesterol 38.7 mg, Fat 7.3 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 179.8 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

MASHED-POTATO PANCAKES



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Mashed-potato pancakes, crisp on the outside and tender within, are a great way to use up leftover mashed potatoes.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Lunch Recipes

Yield Makes 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups mashed potatoes
1 large egg
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 teaspoon vegetable oil

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, stir together mashed potatoes, egg, and Parmesan. Season with salt and pepper and mix well to combine (mixture will look wet). In a large nonstick skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high.
  • In batches, drop heaping spoonfuls of potato mixture into skillet, pressing with a spatula to flatten slightly. Cook until golden brown on bottom, about 3 minutes. Gently flip and cook until golden brown on other side, 3 minutes. Repeat with remaining potato mixture and more oil.

LIGHT AND FLUFFY MASHED POTATOES RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: russet potato, cold water, kosher salt, unsalted butter, heavy cream, whole milk, freshly ground black pepper, fresh chives

Provided by Pierce Abernathy

Categories     Sides

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 lb russet potato, peeled and cut into large chunks
cold water
1 tablespoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
8 tablespoons unsalted butter, cubed
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup whole milk
freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped, for garnish

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add the salt. Bring to a boil over high heat and cook until the potatoes are fork-tender, about 20 minutes longer.
  • Drain the potatoes and press through a potato ricer into a large bowl. Set aside.
  • Heat the butter, cream, and milk in a small pot over low heat until simmering.
  • Pour the cream mixture over the potatoes and stir to combine. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Garnish with chives, if desired.
  • Note: A potato ricer gives these potatoes a super fluffy texture, but you can use a hand masher if you don't own one.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 368 calories, Carbohydrate 46 grams, Fat 20 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 5 grams, Sugar 3 grams

POTATO PANCAKES II



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Crispy, golden and cheesy! Good use of leftover mashed potatoes. This recipe is very versatile: you can add minced garlic, chives, or 1/4 cup of any shredded raw vegetable, or substitute the cheese with a tablespoon of sugar and serve with maple syrup.

Provided by Deanne

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Potato Pancake Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups mashed potatoes
1 egg, beaten
1 teaspoon salt
¼ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, mix together potatoes, beaten egg, salt, and cheese. Melt butter on a large griddle at medium heat. Drop potato mixture onto griddle 1/4 cup at a time. Flatten with a spatula to 1/2 inch thick. Fry approximately 5 minutes on each side, until golden brown. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253.9 calories, Carbohydrate 23.9 g, Cholesterol 83.5 mg, Fat 14.5 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 7.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 1350.4 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

MASHED POTATO PANCAKES



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Leftover mashed potatoes are transformed into cheesy, savory pancakes with a fluffy interior and a crispy exterior. Make them for breakfast, serve them as a side or enjoy as a snack.

Provided by Nick Evans

Categories     Brunch

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups leftover mashed potatoes
1 large egg
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons chives, minced
1 cup cheddar cheese, grated
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup neutral oil, or butter, for frying
Sour cream, for serving

Steps:

  • Set up your cooking station: Place a few paper towels on a large plate. You will transfer the pancakes to the paper towel lined plate as you fry them.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 542 kcal, Carbohydrate 27 g, Cholesterol 77 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 11 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Sodium 710 mg, Sugar 2 g, Fat 44 g, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

INSTANT MASHED POTATO PANCAKES



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I know that purists will be horrified, but these are quick, easy and delicious for a work night dinner. Serve with applesauce and/or sour cream. These do not require much oil, and can easily be fried on a hot griddle, to make them faster. Just brush the griddle with oil before placing the batter. Instead of chopping the green onion, just snip it into rings with kitchen shears. (My sister says that the milk can be replaced with chicken stock, but I have not tried it).

Provided by MJaz9053

Categories     Breakfast

Time 15m

Yield 12 medium pancakes, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/4 cups instant potato flakes
2 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 cup flour
2 1/2 cups milk
2 eggs, beaten
2 tablespoons canola oil
1/2 cup green onion, finely sliced
1 teaspoon garlic powder or 1 teaspoon fresh garlic
salt or seasoning salt
pepper
canola oil (for frying, or for brushing griddle)

Steps:

  • Combine potato flakes, baking powder and flour in a medium bowl. Mix well.
  • Combine milk (or stock), eggs and oil in another bowl. Beat well.
  • Add green onion and spices to wet ingredients.
  • Pour wet ingredients into dry.
  • Using a fork, blend until large lumps are gone. Batter should be slightly lumpy.
  • In 10 inch nonstick skillet heat oil or heat griddle to about 375 degrees
  • Drop 1/3 c.batter into skillet or onto griddle.
  • Cook until bottoms of pancakes are browned and bubbles on surface begin to break. Flip pancakes and brown other side.
  • Remove to serving plate and serve with applesauce and/or sour cream.

CRISPY MASHED POTATO PANCAKE



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From Scottsdale, Arizona, Mary Schuster shares her tasty secret for using up leftover mashed potatoes. With just a few basic ingredients, she can fry up this delightful dish for only 20¢ per serving.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 3 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups cold mashed potatoes (prepared with milk and butter)
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Combine the first four ingredients; mix well. In a small skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add potato mixture; press with a spatula to flatten evenly. Cover and cook for 8 minutes or until bottom is crispy. Invert onto a serving plate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 88mg cholesterol, Sodium 434mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

FLUFFY MASHED POTATOES



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For the silkiest fluffy mashed potatoes, start with firm, cool Russet Burbank spuds, also known as baking potatoes. They're the easiest to mash without becoming pasty and are even tastier steamed instead of boiled. Boiling potatoes can leave them waterlogged, diluting their earthy subtle sweetness, but steaming them preserves their inherent flavor. As the potatoes soften, they absorb just the right amount of moisture. Seasoning the dish only at the very end heightens their intrinsic subtle sweetness. If you have a ricer, use it for an exceptionally smooth texture: Press the steamed potatoes through the ricer back into the pot, then gently fold in the butter and milk with a wooden spoon or flexible spatula.

Provided by Genevieve Ko

Categories     side dish

Time 40m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 pounds russet potatoes
1 cup whole milk, plus more as needed
1/2 cup cold salted butter, cut into pats
Salt
Freshly ground white or black pepper
1/4 cup heavy cream, plus more as needed (optional)

Steps:

  • Prepare a steamer: Arrange an insert or basket (or a large colander, if you have neither) in a large pot, and add enough water to come just below the base of the steamer. Bring water to a boil over medium-high heat.
  • Rinse potatoes well, then peel. Rinse again, then cut into 1-inch chunks. Spread evenly in the steamer, cover, reduce heat to medium and steam until the potatoes are very tender, 20 to 25 minutes. A fork should slide easily into a piece and break it without effort. Turn off the stove, carefully remove the steamer insert and drain the water from the pot. Pour the potatoes back into the pot and spread evenly.
  • Let the potatoes stand until their surfaces are dry, about 3 minutes. Meanwhile, heat the milk in a small saucepan over medium-high until steaming, then keep warm over low. Set the potatoes over low heat and mash thoroughly with a dinner fork. Add about one-quarter of the milk and mash until the milk is incorporated.
  • Scatter the butter evenly over the potatoes and mash in until all traces of butter disappear. Add half of the remaining milk and mash to incorporate, then add the rest of the milk and gently whip until smooth, circling the fork as if beating eggs. If you don't want your mashed potatoes so thick, beat in more milk. Sprinkle with salt and pepper, taste, and season more if you'd like.
  • Serve immediately, keep warm over low heat for up to 1 hour, or transfer to airtight containers and refrigerate for up to 2 days. Mashed potatoes thicken as they cool, so they need cream to regain the right consistency. If kept warm, gently mash in heavy cream until smooth and loose again, adding more if you'd like. If cold, heat the cream in a large pot until steaming, then add the potatoes. Gently mash and whip, adding more cream as needed, until heated through and fluffy. Season to taste again before serving.

MOM'S POTATO PANCAKES



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These old-fashioned pancakes are fluffy inside and crispy outside. Onion adds nice flavor. Mom got this recipe from Grandma, so we've enjoyed it for years. -Dianne Esposite, New Middletown, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cups shredded peeled potatoes (about 4 large potatoes)
1 large egg, lightly beaten
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon grated onion
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Oil for frying
Optional: Chopped parsley, applesauce and sour cream

Steps:

  • Rinse shredded potatoes in cold water; drain well, squeezing to remove excess water. Place in a large bowl. Stir in egg, flour, onion, salt and pepper. , In a large nonstick skillet, heat 1/4 in. oil over medium heat. Working in batches, drop potato mixture by 1/3 cupfuls into oil; press to flatten slightly. Fry both sides until golden brown; drain on paper towels. Serve immediately. If desired, sprinkle with parsley and top with applesauce and sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 171 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 411mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

FLUFFY MASHED POTATOES



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Broth lends a balanced, savory flavor to mashed potatoes, so you don't miss the butter or cream.

Provided by College Inn

Categories     Mashed Potatoes

Time 35m

Yield 8 , 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 lbs Yukon Gold, red, or other boiling potatoes
2 cups College Inn® Chicken or Turkey Broth, warmed
3 tablespoons chopped parsley (optional)
salt and pepper, to taste
gravy
sour cream
butter
chives

Steps:

  • Peel potatoes if desired. Cut into 2-inch pieces and place in a large sauce pan or Dutch oven. Cover with water and bring to a boil over high heat. Boil 15 to 20 minutes or until easily pierced with a fork. Drain well in a colander.
  • Return potatoes to pan; toss briefly over low heat to dry off extra moisture. Mash warm potatoes with a masher or hand-held electric mixer until chunky.
  • Gradually add warm broth while mashing until potatoes are desired consistency. Mix in parsley and season with salt and pepper, if desired. Cover pan and heat over very low heat to keep warm up to about 30 minutes before serving. Serve with gravy, sour cream, butter or chives, if desired.
  • VARIATION: To make Toasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes, prepare recipe as directed, except in Step 1, while potatoes drain, add 2 Tbsp. olive oil or butter and 1 to 2 Tbsp. thinly sliced garlic to empty pan. Cook garlic over medium-low heat, stirring until garlic just starts to brown, about 1 minute. Do not burn.

Nutrition Facts :

FLUFFY MASHED POTATO PANCAKES



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My neighbor Yossi made some potato pancakes and stopped me on the street to try them (true story). I thought they were fluffy and delicious but unfortunately he didn't have an actual recipe to share, just the general idea. So I went home and messed around and this is what I came up with.

Provided by AbbaGav

Categories     European

Time 1h10m

Yield 20-25 pancakes, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 medium potatoes
5 eggs
1 1/2 onions
1/4-1/2 cup matzo meal
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Boil the unpeeled potatoes for 30-40 minutes, until they are cooked soft all the way in (check with fork if necessary).
  • Drain and peel the cooked potatoes.
  • Mash the potatoes in a big mixing bowl. They don't need to be perfectly smooth, but should be pretty well mashed.
  • Add salt and pepper to the mashed potatoes, checking by taste.
  • Add the eggs and matzoh meal to the potatoes and mix. At this point it should be close to the consistency of a batter, ready for making pancakes. If you feel it is still too thick (or if you just want to experiment with richness or taste a bit) you can add a bit of milk or butter here too).
  • Preheat oil in a large frying pan.
  • When the oil is hot add big spoonfuls of the potato batter. You can flatten them a little with the spoon. Fry until air holes start appearing on the top of the batter (maybe a minute and a half, but you have to check this yourself). Flip and cook the second side until both sides are about evenly cooked.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 379.4, Fat 6.4, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 232.5, Sodium 110.7, Carbohydrate 65.9, Fiber 7.9, Sugar 4.5, Protein 15.4

Tips:

  • Use starchy potatoes, such as Russets or Yukon Golds, for the best results.
  • Boil the potatoes until they are very tender, then drain and mash them until smooth.
  • Add seasonings, such as salt, pepper, and garlic powder, to the mashed potatoes before forming them into pancakes.
  • Use a large skillet or griddle over medium heat to cook the pancakes.
  • Cook the pancakes for 3-4 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
  • Serve the pancakes with your favorite toppings, such as butter, sour cream, or applesauce.

Conclusion:

Fluffy mashed potato pancakes are a delicious and versatile dish that can be served for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy.

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