Potato and Onion Cheese Pancakes
Potato and Onion Cheese Pancakes are a savory delight that combines crispy edges with a fluffy, cheesy interior. Perfect for brunch or as a snack, these pancakes burst with flavor from sautéed onions and sharp cheddar cheese. Easy to prepare and sure to impress, they make every meal memorable!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 pancakes 1x
- Category: Snack/Brunch
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups grated potatoes (about 2 medium Russets)
- 1 cup finely chopped sweet onions
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp pepper
- 2 tbsp oil or butter (for frying)
Instructions
- Peel and grate the potatoes, then squeeze out excess moisture. Finely chop the onions.
- In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat and sauté the onions until golden (about 5 minutes).
- In a bowl, combine grated potatoes, sautéed onions, cheddar cheese, eggs, flour, salt, and pepper until well mixed.
- Form the mixture into uniform patties about 1 inch thick.
- Heat more oil or butter in the skillet and fry each pancake for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Serve hot with sour cream or your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pancake (75g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, try adding fresh herbs like chives or parsley. Swap different cheeses such as feta for unique taste variations.