Learn how to make a delicious and crispy mashed potato pancake with this easy recipe. This savory pancake is made with creamy mashed potatoes, cheddar cheese, green onions, and crispy bacon bits. It is a perfect side dish or a satisfying breakfast option. Serve it with sour cream or your favorite sauce for added flavor. This recipe is quick to prepare and will become a family favorite in no time!
Ingredients
- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 3 green onions, finely chopped
- 4 slices crispy bacon, crumbled
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Sour cream (for serving)
- Chopped chives (for garnish)
Directions
- In a large bowl, combine mashed potatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, green onions, and crumbled bacon. Mix well.
- Add salt, black pepper, and all-purpose flour to the potato mixture. Mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and then add them to the potato mixture. Stir until everything is evenly coated.
- Heat butter in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Once the butter has melted and is sizzling, spoon about 1/4 cup of the potato mixture into the skillet for each pancake.
- Flatten the pancake slightly with the back of a spoon and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the pancake from the skillet and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb any excess oil. Repeat the process with the remaining potato mixture.
- Serve the crispy mashed potato pancakes hot with sour cream and garnish with chopped chives. Enjoy!
