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Leftover Cheesy Mashed Potato Cakes with Crispy Panko Crust

A stack of three crispy, golden brown mashed potato cakes, one cut open to show the fluffy interior and green onions.
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Transform your leftover mashed potatoes into these easy, crispy potato cakes. They feature a soft, cheesy interior and a golden, crunchy exterior, making them a perfect comfort food side dish or snack.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups cold leftover mashed potatoes
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped green onion (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs (for dredging)
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (for dredging)
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted or softened
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil, for frying

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the cold mashed potatoes, beaten egg, 1/2 cup flour, shredded cheese, green onion (if using), salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
  2. Place the 1 cup of Panko breadcrumbs and the remaining 1/4 cup of flour in separate shallow dishes. Mix the Panko and flour together in one dish.
  3. Form the potato mixture into patties about 1/2 inch thick and 3 inches wide. You should get about 8 to 10 cakes.
  4. Lightly brush both sides of each potato cake with melted butter.
  5. Dredge each buttered potato cake in the Panko/flour mixture, pressing gently so the coating adheres well to both sides.
  6. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. The oil should coat the bottom of the pan.
  7. Carefully place the potato cakes in the hot oil, working in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.
  8. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, until the mashed potato cakes are golden brown and crispy.
  9. Remove the cooked cakes from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
  10. Serve the crispy potato patties warm.

Notes

  • Use cold mashed potatoes; warm potatoes will not hold their shape well.
  • For an extra savory flavor, add 1 teaspoon of garlic powder to the potato mixture.
  • These potato snack ideas are excellent served with sour cream or a dollop of Greek yogurt.

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