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Cheesy Potato Pancakes 🥔🧀
Cheesy potato pancakes are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and loaded with cheesy flavor—perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a side dish.
Ingredients
- 2 cups grated potatoes (about 2–3 medium potatoes)
- ½ cup grated cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your favorite)
- 1 small onion, finely grated or chopped
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- ¼ tsp garlic powder (optional)
- Vegetable oil or butter for frying
Optional:
- Fresh herbs (parsley, chives) for garnish
- Sour cream or yogurt for serving
Instructions
1. Prepare the Potatoes
- Grate potatoes and squeeze out excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel.
- Place grated potatoes in a bowl, add onion, cheese, egg, flour, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Mix well.
2. Shape the Pancakes
- Form small patties with the mixture, about 2–3 inches in diameter.
- Press lightly to flatten.
3. Cook
- Heat oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat.
- Fry pancakes 3–4 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy.
- Drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
4. Serve
- Serve hot with sour cream, yogurt, or a sprinkle of fresh herbs.
- Optional: Add extra shredded cheese on top while hot for melty goodness.
Tips for Perfect Cheesy Potato Pancakes
✔ Removing excess moisture from potatoes ensures crispiness.
✔ Medium heat works best; too high burns the outside before the inside cooks.
✔ You can bake them at 400°F (200°C) for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway, for a healthier version.
If you want, I can also share:
- Loaded cheesy potato pancakes with bacon bits
- Spicy potato pancakes with jalapeños and cheddar
- Mini bite-sized cheesy potato pancakes for snacks or parties