Best 4 Potato Apple Pancakes Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey with our tantalizing potato-apple pancake recipes, a delightful fusion of sweet and savory flavors. These delectable treats, rooted in German tradition, offer a symphony of textures and a burst of flavors that will leave your taste buds dancing. Discover the art of combining humble potatoes with crisp apples, resulting in a golden-brown exterior and a soft, fluffy interior. This versatile dish can be enjoyed as a hearty breakfast, a light lunch, or a satisfying snack, accompanied by a variety of sweet or savory toppings. From classic cinnamon sugar to tangy applesauce, the possibilities are endless. Indulge in our curated collection of recipes, each offering a unique twist on this timeless classic, ensuring an unforgettable culinary experience.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

APPLE POTATO PANCAKES



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We love these on Sunday mornings but have been known to have them for dinner. Serve with sour cream.

Provided by HeidiS

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Potato Pancake Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 russet potatoes, peeled and shredded
1 Granny Smith apple - peeled, cored, and shredded
2 eggs
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 green onions, diced
salt to taste
vegetable oil for frying, or as needed
½ tablespoon sour cream

Steps:

  • Place shredded potatoes and apple in a clean kitchen towel. Gather towel on top and wring out excess liquid.
  • Combine potatoes, apple, eggs, flour, and green onion in a bowl.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a large heavy sauce pan over medium-high heat.
  • Form mixture into palm-sized patties; fry in hot oil, working in batches, until golden brown, 2 to 4 minutes on each side. More oil may be needed with each batch.
  • Remove pancakes from oil with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towel-lined plate. Sprinkle with salt.
  • Serve pancakes topped with sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178 calories, Carbohydrate 29.4 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fat 4.7 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 5.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 69.2 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

POTATO APPLE PANCAKES



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This was my grandpa's favorite recipe to make on St. Patrick's Day morning - I can smell the aroma of cooking pancakes just talking about them! We often used the leftovers to make meat or cheese roll-ups. As you can imagine, we always urged Grandpa to make plenty of these!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 10-12 pancakes.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 large potatoes, peeled
2 medium apples, peeled
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
Oil for deep-fat frying
Sour cream, optional

Steps:

  • Finely shred potatoes and apples; pat dry. Place in a bowl; add the eggs, onion, flour and salt and mix well. , In a skillet, heat 1/4 to 1/2 in. oil over medium-high heat. Drop batter by heaping tablespoonfuls into hot oil. Flatten to form 3-in. pancakes. Fry until golden brown; turn and cook the other side. Drain on paper towels. Serve immediately with sour cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts :

POTATO AND APPLE PANCAKES



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I just love potato pancakes and this recipe is a twist on the norm, serve with applesauce or sour cream.

Provided by BlueHyacinth

Categories     Breakfast

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 egg
2 tablespoons flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 apple
1 lb potato (about 3)
2 tablespoons oil

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 250°.
  • Beat together the egg, flour, salt and pepper.
  • Peel and chop the apple.
  • Peel the potatoes and grate them.
  • Stir the apple and potatoes into the egg mixture.
  • Heat 1 Tbsp of the oil in a large frying pan over medium heat.
  • Pour in about 1/2 cup of batter for each pancake and flatten.
  • Fry as many pancakes as you can at a time without crowding.
  • Cook them until golden, 3-4 minutes a side.
  • Keep the pancakes warm in the oven while cooking the remainder.
  • Add the remaining oil as needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 99.2, Fat 4.1, SaturatedFat 0.7, Cholesterol 26.4, Sodium 303.1, Carbohydrate 13.9, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 2.3, Protein 2.2

POTATO-APPLE PANCAKES WITH SMOKED SALMON AND HORSERADISH



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Categories     Potato     Appetizer     Fry     Hanukkah     Horseradish     Apple     Salmon     Winter     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes about 16

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 pound russet potatoes, peeled, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
1 medium onion, peeled, quartered
1 2-inch cube peeled celery root (celeriac)
1 medium Granny Smith apple (unpeeled), quartered, cored
1 large egg
1 green onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon chopped fresh marjoram
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 cup all purpose flour
Vegetable oil (for frying)
garnish
1 8-ounce container crème fraîche or sour cream
2 tablespoons drained prepared white horseradish
8 ounces thinly sliced smoked salmon
Chopped fresh chives

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°F. Place baking sheet in oven. Place colander in large bowl. Line colander with kitchen towel. Using processor fitted with shredding blade, coarsely grate potatoes, onion, celery root and apple at the same time. Transfer potato mixture to towel. Gather towel tightly around potato mixture and squeeze out as much liquid as possible into bowl; discard liquid. Place potato mixture, egg, green onion, marjoram, salt and pepper in same bowl; toss to blend. Mix in flour.
  • Pour enough vegetable oil into heavy large skillet to cover bottom. Heat oil over medium-high heat. Working in batches, drop 1/4 cup pancake mixture into skillet for each pancake. Using bottom of metal spatula, flatten each mound to 3-inch round. Fry until cooked through and crisp, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer pancakes to baking sheet in oven to keep warm. Repeat with remaining pancake mixture, leaving behind any liquid that collects in bottom of bowl.
  • Mix crème fraîche and horseradish in small bowl. Arrange 2 pancakes on each plate. Garnish pancakes with dollop of horseradish cream and smoked salmon. Sprinkle with chives and serve.

Tips:

  • Use a combination of russet and sweet potatoes for the best texture and flavor.
  • Grate the potatoes and apples using the large holes of a box grater.
  • Squeeze out as much liquid as possible from the grated potatoes and apples before adding them to the batter.
  • Use a nonstick skillet or griddle to cook the pancakes.
  • Cook the pancakes over medium heat until they are golden brown and crispy on both sides.
  • Serve the pancakes immediately with your favorite toppings, such as butter, syrup, applesauce, or sour cream.

Conclusion:

Potato apple pancakes are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With their unique combination of flavors and textures, potato apple pancakes are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.

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