Description
Leftover Mashed Potato Pancakes are the perfect way to transform yesterday’s mashed potatoes into a crispy, delicious treat. With a golden-brown exterior and a creamy center, these pancakes are quick to prepare and versatile enough for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Top them with sour cream, chives, or your favorite condiment for an extra flavor boost. This recipe not only minimizes food waste but also delights everyone at the table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups leftover mashed potatoes
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup green onions, finely chopped
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp oil or butter for frying
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients.
- In a large bowl, mix mashed potatoes and eggs until combined. Gradually add flour until fully incorporated.
- Stir in green onions, salt, and pepper.
- Heat oil or butter in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- Spoon about 1/4 cup of batter per pancake into the skillet and flatten slightly. Cook each side for about 4 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve warm with toppings of choice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Breakfast/Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg