Loaded Mashed Potato Cakes are a fun and easy snack or appetizer that takes all the flavors you love in loaded mashed potatoes and puts them into a hand-held snack!
Loaded Mashed Potato Cakes
These bad boys are filled to the brim with bacon, cheese, green onions and of course – mashed potatoes!
Not just any old mashed potatoes, but Bob Evans Mashed Potatoes! This is my second recipe to partner with them on and you guys… this recipe is incredible!
Did you catch my first recipe with them – Macaroni and Cheese Stuffed Meatloaf? Yeah, it’s as decadent as it sounds.
I’m totally guilty of taking a container of Bob Evans Original Mashed Potatoes and eating it straight from the tub… cold. I’m so embarrassed to admit that, but it’s true! Potatoes are my weakness, and I love how creamy and delicious these ones are!
One of my favorite things to do with these potatoes is to turn them into other amazing recipes. Think of it as a shortcut in the kitchen that makes your life easier!
All you have to do is combine all the fixin’s for a creamy loaded mashed potato into a bowl and stir them together, then just form the potatoes into little discs (this is a step that’s perfect for the kids!).
This recipe only calls for 1 egg, and I know that you’re looking at that picture above saying to yourself, “That Shawn is crazy, there are definitely two eggs there.”
You guys! I have backyard chickens… I grabbed one of their eggs for this recipe and it had TWO egg yolks in it!! I always think about those double yolk eggs and wonder how two baby chicks could possibly fit inside that tiny shell…
Anyways, once your discs of loaded mashed potatoes formed you’ll coat them with breadcrumbs and then pan fry them until golden crisp.
The only thing left to do is dip, scoop or dunk them in some sour cream (ranch dressing is a game changer) and enjoy!
You’re going to love these fluffy, crispy, loaded cheesy bites of goodness!
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Loaded Mashed Potato Cakes
Ingredients
- 24 oz Mashed Potatoes (about 2 ½ cups)
- 1 ½ cups shredded mild cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4 oz bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled
- ½ cup all purpose flour
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup Italian breadcrumbs
- 2 to 3 tablespoon vegetable oil, for frying
Optional toppings:
- Sour cream
- Ranch Dressing
- Chopped green onions
Instructions
- Combine the mashed potatoes, both cheeses, crumbled bacon, flour, garlic powder, onions and egg in a large bowl and stir to combine. Chill the mixture, covered, for about 15 minutes, up to 24 hours.
- Use an ice cream scoop with a trigger release handle to scoop potato mixture into small 2 inch rounds. Shape the rounds into 1/3 inch thick patties using your hands. Place the breadcrumbs in a shallow bowl and coat potato patties on both sides with breadcrumbs.
- Lightly oil the bottom of a cast iron or non-stick pan with the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Cook the potato patties for 3 to 4 minutes per side, until golden brown, and then place on a paper towel lined plate. Let cool slightly before enjoying. Dip in either sour cream or ranch dressing.
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Macaroni Cheese Stuffed Meatloaf
Helen
Excellent! Brought to a potluck and kept warm in a crockpot. Everyone loved them. Will be making again.
Gloria Walker
These tasted great but completely fell apart while frying. I lost three to the trash after I fished the pieces out of the pan. The ones that survived were not round patties…but just pieces. Taste…great! Ease and survivability…not great. This is the first of your recipes that I had trouble with.
Frances
These were soooooo good! I used leftover mashed potatoes but other than that followed the recipe exactly. I’ll post my pics on your Pinterest where I found it! Thanks so much for sharing!!!!
SUSAN
I always make a double batch, freeze and vacuum seal them for sides with meals. They are great with kielbasa but today I think they are sides for my husband’s pulled pork. Thanks for the recipe!
Shawn
Great idea! Thanks for your comment Susan!
Lou
Mother of 4 ! I can’t believe it !
Jeanne Mahoney O'Neill
Can you provide the approximate calorie and carb for one of the patties?
İMGOON
I wanna try it, so easy!! Thank you for sharing the recipe!
jenny
I am so making these at home! All I need are some breadcrumbs! They sound so delicious!
Shawn
Enjoy!
Sarra
These have a great flavor!! Ours turned out a little ugly but we’re still great!
Shawn
Oh no! I’m sorry they weren’t beautiful, but hey, it’s all about the flavor right?!
Virginia Underhill
Can these be made ahead of time and then reheated? I’d like to have them done for appetizers ahead instead of dealing with another skillet when I’m getting dinner together for a crowd.
Shawn
Yes! I’ve even frozen a batch, then reheated them in a 425 degree oven for about 10 minutes! 🙂
imgrum
I wanna try it, so easy!! Thank you for sharing the recipe!
Sqh
Can they be baked instead of fried??
Shawn
I’m sure that would work too. Just make sure to spritz them with non-stick spray on the bottom and top, then bake at 400 degrees until they are golden brown!
Germaine
Can I use homemade mashed potatoes for this recipe or another store bought potatoe – as here in Canada we don’t have the potatoe mix you use in the recipe
Shawn
Yes, you can use homemade mashed potatoes if you can’t find the Bob Evans version!
Cind
potatoes they use are in dairy or meat department they are already made
Carol
In Canada, I buy the Main St. Bistro Creamy Mashed Potatoes from Zehrs.
Dianna
How do you keep them warm if making for a party to serve all 24 at the same time?
Shawn
I would place them in an even layer on a baking sheet in the oven and keep them at 225 degrees until ready to serve!
ShaNae
I am so making these! All I need are some breadcrumbs! They sound so delicious!
Shawn
You’ll love them!
Norma
Can these be made with homemade mashed potatoes? My husband is one of those people who prefer them homemade rather than purchased frozen.
Mary Lou
Bob Evans potatoes are not frozen. You will find them in the fresh meat section along with things like hot dogs and other prepared foods.
Shawn
These can be made with homemade mashed potatoes, but Bob Evans are super fresh (not frozen) and an amazing time saver! 🙂
Christina
I always loved homemade mashed potatoes. Then I tried Bob Evans — all the varieties. Heavenly!