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14 Best Potato Pancakes Recipes That Will Win Over Any Crowd

JANUARY 20, 2023
14 Best Potato Pancakes Recipes That Will Win Over Any Crowd
Potato pancakes are a classic and beloved dish that is sure to please any crowd. We've included our favorite recipes for this timeless dish, ranging from the simple and classic to the stuffed and topped. Whether you're looking for a side dish, or a snack, these 14 best potato pancake recipes are sure to have you coming back for more. All of these recipes use a few staple ingredients but offer delicious and unique flavors. You'll love the crispy texture and savory flavor that potato pancakes offer! So grab your spatula, and let's get cooking!
Sweet and Savory by Shinee

Cheesy Potato Pancakes

Delicately crispy crust + pillowy soft inside + ooey gooey cheese filling = DELICIOUS cheesy potato pancakes!
3
16,252
58
913
CALORIES
$1.97
PER SERVING
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Cheesy Potato Pancakes
My Tasty Curry

Potato Pancakes

Crispy potato pancakes that are perfect for breakfast or as a side dish with any meal! Make a mini version and enjoy them even as an appetiser.
3
67
1
30 min
TOTAL TIME
529
CALORIES
$0.53
PER SERVING
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Potato Pancakes
The Spruce Eats

German Potato Pancakes

This is an easy-to-make, classic German potato pancake recipe. They are delicious served with applesauce, sour cream, or smoked salmon.
373
1,590
2,274
25 min
TOTAL TIME
276
CALORIES
$0.51
PER SERVING
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German Potato Pancakes
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Jennifer M. Fitness

Cheesy Potato Pancakes

Need an idea for what to do with all those leftover mashed potatoes? Try these cheesy potato pancakes for a different twist on your classic mashed potato.
1
1
15 min
TOTAL TIME
331
CALORIES
$0.85
PER SERVING
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Cheesy Potato Pancakes
Recipes From Europe

German Potato Pancakes

These hearty, crispy fried potato pancakes are simple to make and delicious to eat! Served best hot, these pancakes are best eaten with a sweet apple sauce, a savory garlic sauce, or even a creamy quark!
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1,522
30 min
TOTAL TIME
103
CALORIES
$0.22
PER SERVING
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German Potato Pancakes
JoyFoodSunshine

Potato Pancakes Recipe

These potato pancakes are delicious and easy to make with or without leftover mashed potatoes! It only takes 8 ingredients to make the best potato pancakes!
1
60
45 min
TOTAL TIME
194
CALORIES
$0.53
PER SERVING
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Potato Pancakes Recipe
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Cooklist AI

Crispy Golden Potato Pancakes

Enjoy your family breakfast like never before with these delicious and easy-to-make Crispy Golden Potato Pancakes. Just a few ingredients and you'll be enjoying them in no time!
2
15 min
TOTAL TIME
306
CALORIES
$0.99
PER SERVING
Crispy Golden Potato Pancakes
Directions
8 STEPS
1
In a mixing bowl, combine mashed potatoes, all-purpose flour, large egg, and grated onion. Mix until well blended, forming a slightly dough-like mixture.
2
Heat vegetable oil in a sauté pan over medium-high heat.
3
Scoop out a palm-sized amount of potato mixture, roll it into a ball, and then flatten it into a patty.
4
Carefully place the potato patty into the hot oil. Repeat with the remaining potato mixture.
5
Cook pancakes until golden brown, about 3-5 minutes on each side.
6
Transfer pancakes to paper towels to drain.
7
While pancakes are still hot, sprinkle them with Lawry’s seasoned salt.
8
Serve warm and enjoy!
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Zen and Spice

Spicy Curry Potato Pancakes

Crispy and golden, these spicy curry potato pancakes are the perfect way to use up leftover mashed potatoes. 
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1
662
CALORIES
$4.20
PER SERVING
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Spicy Curry Potato Pancakes
Culinary Hill

Potato Pancakes with Shredded Barbecue Pork

Potato Latkes with Barbecue Pulled Pork! Crispy potato pancakes, shredded pork, and a sour cream and scallion topping. Basically the best appetizer, ever.
6
1,698
19
40 min
TOTAL TIME
570
CALORIES
$0.99
PER SERVING
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Potato Pancakes with Shredded Barbecue Pork
Natasha's Kitchen

Meat Stuffed Potato Pancakes (Draniki)

These are classic old world classic potato pancakes. They are made by grating raw potatoes into the batter - weird but so good! You can get creative and sub pretty much any ground meat.
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7,898
100
45 min
TOTAL TIME
220
CALORIES
$0.50
PER SERVING
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Meat Stuffed Potato Pancakes (Draniki)
Taste and Tell

Crispy Onion Potato Pancakes

Perfect for a special holiday breakfast, these Crispy Onion Potato Pancakes are crispy on the outside with soft and creamy centers.
19,070
24
1 hr 15 min
TOTAL TIME
248
CALORIES
$0.81
PER SERVING
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Crispy Onion Potato Pancakes
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Crispy Polish Potato Pancakes

Polish potato pancakes are shallow fried to crispy perfection while still being soft on the inside.  They are incredibly simple to make and moreish-ly delicious. They make a great alternative to hash browns!
7
1,969
284
25 min
TOTAL TIME
73
CALORIES
$0.16
PER SERVING
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Crispy Polish Potato Pancakes
Beyond Kimchee

Cheesy Kimchi Potato Pancakes

These cheesy, kimchi-spiked potato pancakes are a delicious way to spice up your brunch game - perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner!
1
3
30 min
TOTAL TIME
966
CALORIES
$7.23
PER SERVING
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Cheesy Kimchi Potato Pancakes
How Sweet It Is

Loaded Irish Cheddar Mashed Potato Pancakes

Cheddar mashed potato pancakes are the perfect comfort food or side dish to a hearty meat. Crispy mashed potatoes topped with onions, bacon and sour cream.
11
1,511
81
35 min
TOTAL TIME
488
CALORIES
$2.88
PER SERVING
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Loaded Irish Cheddar Mashed Potato Pancakes
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