These Cheesy Potato Patties are crispy on the outside, soft and creamy inside, loaded with melted cheese. Perfect as a snack, side dish, or easy vegetarian dinner!
⏱ Prep Time
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Prep: 15 minutes
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Cook: 15 minutes
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Total: 30 minutes
Servings: 8–10 patties
🍳 Equipment
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Mixing bowl
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Potato masher or fork
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Skillet or frying pan
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Spatula
🥘 Ingredients
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3 cups mashed potatoes (fresh or leftover)
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1 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese
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1 egg
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¼ cup breadcrumbs (plus extra for coating)
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2 tbsp chopped green onions or parsley
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1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
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½ tsp salt
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½ tsp black pepper
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¼ tsp paprika or chili flakes (optional)
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2 tbsp oil or butter for frying
📝 Ingredient Notes
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Use cheddar, mozzarella, or a cheese blend for best melting.
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Leftover mashed potatoes work great for this recipe.
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Add cooked bacon or veggies for extra flavor.
👩🍳 Instructions
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Mix: In a bowl, combine mashed potatoes, cheese, egg, breadcrumbs, herbs, garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika.
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Shape: Form mixture into small round patties. Coat lightly with extra breadcrumbs.
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Cook: Heat oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat. Fry patties 3–4 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
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Serve: Remove and drain on paper towels. Serve hot.
🧮 Nutrition Facts (per patty, approx.)
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Calories: 180
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Protein: 6g
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Fat: 9g
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Carbohydrates: 18g
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Fiber: 1g
💡 Tips & Variations
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Air Fryer: Cook at 375°F (190°C) for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway.
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Baked: Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 18–20 minutes.
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Spicy: Add jalapeños or hot sauce.
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Keto: Use almond flour instead of breadcrumbs (perfect for your keto audience 😉).
