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Air Fryer Mashed Potato Cakes

Air Fryer Mashed Potato Cakes

Cost $8.5, save $6

Source: Recommended by CookPal

  • 10 Min
  • 6 Servings
  • $8.5

INGREDIENTS

  • Oils & Sprays

    • Olive oil cooking spray

  • Eggs & Dairy

    • 🥚 1 egg
    • 🧀 2 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese (Optional)

  • Seasonings & Spices

    • 🧂 ¼ teaspoon salt
    • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

  • Bulk Ingredients

    • 2 cups leftover mashed potatoes
    • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
    • ½ cup Italian-style panko bread crumbs
    • ½ cup all-purpose flour
    • 1 tablespoon minced chives (Optional)

STEPS

1

Set air fryer to 380°F (190°C) and allow it to heat while making the potato cakes.

2

Prepare foil slings if using a basket-style air fryer, and spray the foil with cooking spray.

3

Crack egg into a mixing bowl and lightly beat with salt and pepper.

4

Mix cold mashed potatoes, 2 tablespoons flour, and Cheddar cheese into the egg mixture. Divide potato mixture into 6 portions.

5

Combine panko and ½ cup flour on a plate.

6

Flatten each portion of potato mixture into a cake, coat with flour and panko, and place onto the prepared foil slings.

7

Place the foil slings with potato cakes into the air fryer basket, spray liberally with olive oil, and air fry for 10 minutes.

8

Carefully remove the foil slings, transfer the cakes to a serving plate, sprinkle with chives, and serve.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

179

Calories

  • 4
    Protein
  • 28
    Carbs
  • 5
    Fats

💡 Ensure leftover mashed potatoes are cold before using for proper consistency.Adding chives enhances flavor and visual appeal.For crispier cakes, increase the air frying time by 2-3 minutes.