Best 3 Loaded Mashed Potato Cakes Recipes

**Indulge in the Ultimate Comfort Food: Loaded Mashed Potato Cakes - A Culinary Symphony of Flavor and Texture**

Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with the extraordinary Loaded Mashed Potato Cakes, a culinary masterpiece that elevates the humble mashed potato to new heights of deliciousness. These delectable cakes are a harmonious blend of creamy mashed potatoes, a medley of savory fillings, and a crispy golden crust that will leave you craving more with every bite. As you embark on this culinary journey, discover the secrets behind three distinct recipes, each offering unique flavor combinations and textures that cater to every palate. From the classic Loaded Mashed Potato Cakes bursting with melted cheese, bacon, and chives, to the adventurous Southwestern Mashed Potato Cakes infused with spicy chorizo, corn, and black beans, to the veggie-packed Garden Mashed Potato Cakes featuring roasted red peppers, spinach, and feta, these recipes promise an unforgettable dining experience.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

LOADED MASHED POTATO CAKES

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Mashed potato cakes have been a staple in my southern family all throughout my childhood. I came up with this recipe when trying to put a new spin on an old favorite.

Provided by Teach09

Categories Side Dish Potato Side Dish Recipes Potato Pancake Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

3 slices bacon
2 tablespoons butter
1 small onion, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
¼ teaspoon minced garlic
1 ¼ cups mashed potatoes
1 cup shredded American cheese
¾ cup all-purpose flour
1 egg, slightly beaten
¼ teaspoon prepared yellow mustard
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 dash hot sauce
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 tablespoons sour cream

Steps:

Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain the bacon slices on paper towels, reserving bacon grease in skillet; crumble bacon.
Melt butter in bacon grease over medium heat; cook and stir onion, celery, and garlic until tender and lightly browned, about 15 minutes. Transfer vegetables and bacon to large bowl; stir in mashed potatoes, American cheese, flour, egg, mustard, black pepper, and hot sauce.
Heat vegetable oil in a clean skillet over medium heat. Drop spoonfuls of mashed potato mixture, flattening slightly, and fry patties until golden brown on both sides, 5 to 7 minutes. Serve with sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 202.9 calories, Carbohydrate 16.2 g, Cholesterol 50.1 mg, Fat 12.1 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 7.3 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 428.2 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

LOADED MASHED POTATO CAKES #5FIX

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5-Ingredient Fix Contest Entry. Crispy on the outside, smooth and flavorful on the inside, this unusual side dish will wow your family with the flavors of loaded baked potatoes!

Provided by Ronna F

Categories Mashed Potatoes

Time 15m

Yield 8 cakes, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1 (20 ounce) package Simply Potatoes Traditional Mashed Potatoes
1 egg, lightly beaten
3/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
3 slices bacon, cooked crisp, crumbled
1/2 cup plain panko breadcrumbs

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, egg, cheese and bacon. Shape mixture into 8 patties. Roll in bread crumbs.
Place on broiler pan. Broil for 10 minutes or until delicately browned.

LOADED MASHED POTATO CAKES

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Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1/2 pound bacon, uncooked
1/2 cup onion, diced (one small onion)
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 1/4 cup mashed potatoes (leftovers work great!)
1 cup sharp cheddar cheese
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 egg
1/4 teaspoon mustard
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Sour Cream (optional)
Green Onions (optional)

Steps:

Cook bacon in a large skilled over medium heat turning as needed to cook evenly on both sides. Remove from pan and let cool on paper towels. Once cooled, crumble bacon and set aside. Leave 1/2 the bacon grease in pan and set other 1/2 aside for use later. Add diced onions to bacon grease.and cook until soft and translucent. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Once cooked scoop out onions and garlic into a medium sized bowl. Set skillet aside for use again later. Add mashed potatoes, cheese, flour, egg, mustard and black pepper to onions. Mix well. Place skillet back on medium heat and add 1/2 remaining bacon grease. Scoop out a golf ball sized hunk of dough and smash between hands to form a pancake, around 1/4 inch thick. Place pancakes into grease and fry until golden on each side, approximately 5 minutes on each side (depending on how hot your stove is). Add remaining bacon grease as needed. If you run out, use butter. Serve hot or room temperature with sour cream, green onions and remaining bacon crumbles!

Tips:

For the best results, use freshly mashed potatoes. Leftover mashed potatoes can be used, but they may not be as fluffy.
Be sure to season the mashed potatoes well. This will help to flavor the potato cakes.
Don't overwork the potato mixture. Overworking will make the potato cakes tough.
If the potato mixture is too wet, add more bread crumbs until it is firm enough to form into cakes.
Be careful not to overcrowd the pan when frying the potato cakes. This will prevent them from cooking evenly.
Serve the potato cakes hot with your favorite toppings.

Conclusion:

Loaded mashed potato cakes are a delicious and easy-to-make side dish or appetizer. They are perfect for any occasion, from casual get-togethers to holiday parties. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dish that everyone will love. So next time you are looking for a new way to enjoy mashed potatoes, give loaded mashed potato cakes a try. You won't be disappointed!