Mashed Potato Cakes

5 from 6 votes

Mashed potato cakes are amazing. In fact, I think the only thing better than buttery homemade mashed potatoes, is having leftovers that get turned into Mashed Potato Cakes! Patty mashed potatoes, flour them and fry them to a golden brown. Top them with sour cream and chives. So hearty, you can make a meatless meal out of them but they also make a wonderful side dish.

Prep Time15

Cook Time10

Total Time25

Course: Potatoes

Cuisine: American

Keyword: fried potato cakes, how to make mashed potato cakes from leftover mashed potatoes, leftover mashed potatoes, loaded mashed potato cakes, mashed potato cakes

Servings: Potato Cakes

Calories: 148kcal

Author: Michaela Kenkel

Equipment

Lodge Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Skillet With Assist Handle, 10.25", Black

Ingredients

2 cups prepared mashed potatoes
2 Tablespoons vegetable oil
2 Tablespoons butter
½ cup flour
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and Pepper to taste
Fresh chives and sour cream for serving if desired

Instructions

Divide mashed potatoes to make 8 portions and form into patties.
Mix flour, garlic, salt and pepper together. Dredge uncooked potato patties in flour mixture.
Heat oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Cook patties for 10-12 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy on both sides, turning patties halfway through cooking time.
Serve hot.
Top with sour cream and chives if desired.

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