Cheesy Potato Pancakes

Here’s a crispy, golden Cheesy Potato Pancakes recipe that’s easy and super satisfying 🥔🧀

🥔 Cheesy Potato Pancakes

Ingredients (Makes ~8 pancakes)

• 3 cups shredded potatoes (about 2–3 medium potatoes)

• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or mozzarella)

• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan (optional, for extra flavor)

• 1/4 cup finely chopped onion

• 1 large egg

• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)

• 2–3 tablespoons oil (for frying)

Instructions

1. Prep the potatoes

   • Peel and grate the potatoes.

   • Place them in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much moisture as possible (this makes them crispy!).

2. Mix everything

   • In a large bowl, combine potatoes, cheese, onion, egg, flour, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.

   • Mix until well combined.

3. Heat the pan

   • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.

4. Form & cook

   • Scoop about 1/4 cup of mixture per pancake.

   • Flatten slightly in the pan.

   • Cook 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.

5. Drain & serve

   • Place on paper towels to absorb excess oil.

   • Serve hot!

Optional Add-Ins

• Chopped green onions

• Cooked bacon bits

• Paprika or cayenne for spice

• Fresh herbs like parsley

Serving Ideas

• Sour cream

• Greek yogurt

• Applesauce

• Fried or poached eggs