Air Fryer Potato Pancakes - Air Fryer Recipes (2024)

Published: May 25, 2021 · Modified: Nov 23, 2023 by Emily Antoine · This post may contain affiliate links ·

Air fryer potato pancakes are crispy on the outside tender and creamy on the inside. You can serve these crispy pancakes as a delicious side dish for brunch or dinner.

Air fryer potato pancake recipe can be made with leftovers that give you a completely new dish. With simple ingredients that are already available in your pantry. You can make delicious air fryer potato pancakes.

I believe everyone loves a dish made out of potatoes. If you're one of them you might also like to check out these cheesy air fryer mashed potato balls, air fryer hashbrowns, and air fryer masala fries. I’m sure you and your family will love this quick and delicious breakfast recipe.

Potato pancakes are also called potato fritters. Whatever the name is, they are going to taste great. And the air fryer cooks them up perfectly.

These air fryer mashed potato pancakes can be made from scratch or frozen.

You can make your toppings and dipping sauce for air fryer potato pancakes as you and your family like.

Today I’ll be sharing how to make easy and delicious potato pancakes. You would also like to know the tips and tricks to make crispy potato pancakes. And don’t miss out on the serving ideas.

How to make air fryer potato pancakes?

Making this recipe is easy and quick. Let’s see what ingredients are used to make air fryer potato pancakes.

Ingredients:

• 2 ½ cups mashed potatoes (leftover works perfectly)
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (gluten-free or regular)
• 2-3 green onions (diced)
• 1 egg
• Salt and Pepper to taste
• 1 cup cheddar cheese (optional)
• 2 strips of cooked bacon (optional)

Instruction:

1. Take a bowl and put the boiled potatoes to mash. If you're using the freshly boiled potatoes for the recipe. Otherwise, take 2 ½ cups of mashed leftover potatoes to add flour, diced green onions, egg, salt, and pepper.

2. If you like to add cheese and bacon you can add them at this moment and mix them well.
3. Preheat your air fryer to 200C/390F for 2-3 minutes.
4. Use a large spoon to scoop out the mixture and make it into a patty form.

5. Flatten the ball to ½ inch thick and place it in the freezer for 8-10 minutes to hold form. (if using fresh mashed potatoes)
6. After that transfer the potato patty into the air fryer basket in a single layer.

7. Cook at 200C/390F for 7minutes on each side. Don’t forget to flip them halfway through the cooking process.
8. Remove the air fryer potato pancakes and serve them with your desired toppings and dips.

You can find the air fryer potato pancakes recipe in the printable card below.

What goes with air fryer potato pancakes?

• Potato pancake goes best with sour cream. But you can serve it with your favorite dipping sauce.
• Serve it with ranch and if you like a little spice in it serve it with your favorite hot sauce.
• You can even have your air fryer pancake plain if you prefer that way.

What to serve with air fryer potato pancakes?

Potato pancake is a versatile dish you can eat with almost anything. Here are some of the suggestions you may like all made in the air fryer.

• Frozen chicken breast in air fryer
• Crackling air fryer pork belly
• Frozen salmon in air fryer
• Air fryer tilapia

Tips for making air fryer potato pancakes

• Keep the pancake batter in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes if using fresh mashed potatoes.
• This allows the batter to stick together while making a patty.
• Place the pancake patty in the air fryer basket in a single layer and flip halfway through for the best result.
• Spray the pancakes with oil if you want them to turn out a crispier result.
• Preheat your air fryer for the best result. Don’t skip this process.

Here are some of the frequently asked questions.

How long does it take to cook potato cakes in air fryer?

The cook time for potato pancakes varies according to the thickness of the potato patty. Sometimes it can also vary according to the air fryer brand you use.

However, the standard cook time of air fryer potato pancakes is 10 minutes at 390F with preheating.

How do you make potato pancakes crispy?

For crispy potato pancakes spray a thin layer of olive oil over the pancake patty before air frying them. As a result, you’ll achieve the beautiful golden brown and crunchy air fryer potato pancakes.

How to store leftover air fryer potato pancakes?

Potato pancake is best when served fresh. But you can store your leftover potato pancakes in an air-tight container for 2 days in the fridge.

Simply follow the reheating process explained below and enjoy your air fryer potato pancakes.

How do you reheat potato pancakes in air fryer?

Warm up your leftover potato fritters in the air fryer basket in a single layer at 180C/350F for 3-5 minutes until warmed through.

Potato fritters taste best when served fresh. However, the reheated potato fritters are tasty too.

Other potatoes recipes you’ll love:

• Air fryer smashed potatoes
• Air fryer baked potatoes

Why are my potato pancakes falling apart?

Potato pancakes might fall apart while shaping if there is a small amount of flour. So go ahead and add some flour.

Another reason for falling pancake patty is if your batter is too wet.

Can I use fresh mashed potatoes for making air fryer potato pancakes?

Yes, you can make your potato pancake with fresh mashed potatoes. If you are using fresh mashed potatoes, put them in the refrigerator for firmness.

Cooler the potatoes easier to shape the patty.

If you like the air fryer potato pancakes recipe, look at what else you can air fry:

• Air fryer diced potatoes
• Air fryer potato chips
• Air fryer hasselback potatoes

If you’ve tried this recipe, please let me know how it turned out in the comments below.

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