Blue Cheese Potato Cakes Recipe

Elevate your leftover mashed potatoes into irresistible crispy cakes! This recipe, inspired by Bobby Flay, features creamy blue cheese and light, crunchy panko bread crumbs for a flavor explosion. Perfect as an appetizer, side dish, or even a light lunch, these golden-brown cakes are easy to make and guaranteed to impress. Get ready for a taste sensation!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 25 mins

Calories 159.7 kcal

Protein 7g

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Ingredients for Blue Cheese Potato Cakes

Mashed Potatoes
Panko Breadcrumbs
1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
Salt & Freshly Ground Black Pepper
Olive Oil

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How to Make Blue Cheese Potato Cakes

In a medium bowl, combine 2 cups mashed potatoes, 1 cup panko bread crumbs, and 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese.
Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Gently shape the mixture into eight 2-inch cakes.
Chill the cakes on a plate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
Lightly dredge each cake in an additional 1/4 cup panko bread crumbs, ensuring they are evenly coated.
Heat 1/4 cup vegetable oil (or enough to coat the bottom of the pan) in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Reduce heat to medium and carefully place the cakes in the hot oil. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and heated through.
Remove from skillet, place on a wire rack to drain excess oil, and serve immediately. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

13 g

Sugar

Fat

13g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Blue Cheese Potato Cakes?

Blue Cheese Potato Cakes takes about 45 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 25 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Blue Cheese Potato Cakes?

Blue Cheese Potato Cakes has approximately 159.7 calories per serving, with about 7 g protein, 4 g carbohydrates and 15 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Blue Cheese Potato Cakes?

The key ingredients for Blue Cheese Potato Cakes are Mashed Potatoes, Panko Breadcrumbs, Blue Cheese, Salt & Freshly Ground Black Pepper, Olive Oil. See the full list with measurements above.