Name: Mashed Potato Patties (Potato Pancakes)
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 28 min
Yield: 5 2 pieces
Cuisine: American

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November 25, 2025

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If you have leftover mashed potatoes, these crispy Mashed Potato Patties are about to become your new favorite way to reimagine them for breakfast, brunch or anytime you want a delicious snack. They’re golden and crunchy on the outside, and soft and fluffy on the inside.

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Mashed Potato Patties (Potato Pancakes)

Pesto & Potatoes Verified

Ingredients

2 pieces

WarningMilk and 5 other allergens identified

Instructions

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For the potato patties

In a large bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, whisked egg, flour, baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper and chopped scallions. Mix until fully combined.

Scoop the mixture into about 10 portions and place them onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Gently press each into a patty. Freeze for 10 minutes to help them firm up.

For coating and frying

Stir together panko breadcrumbs, salt and pepper for the coating. Spread onto a rimmed plate or shallow bowl.

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Working one at a time, press each chilled patty into the seasoned panko to coat both sides.

Place 4 to 5 patties into the hot oil at a time. Fry for 1½ to 2 minutes per side, until golden and crisp. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate. Repeat with remaining patties.

For serving

Stir together the sour cream and lemon juice in a small bowl.

Drizzle the lemon sour cream over the warm patties or serve it on the side for dipping. Garnish with scallions and enjoy.

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Pesto & Potatoes

Hi, I’m Reed Dunn, the home cook, food blogger and photographer behind Pesto & Potatoes. This is where I share fresh, seasonal plant-based and pescatarian recipes to inspire you in the kitchen and make answering “what’s for dinner?” a little easier.