Do you have leftover mashed potatoes? With your air fryer, you can transform them into crispy and delicious cakes! This gluten-free recipe is a must-try. These Crispy Air Fryer Potato Cakes start with a base of creamy, delicious mashed potatoes. You can use your favorite recipe, or for a truly outstanding result, we recommend our Creamy Vegan Mashed Potatoes recipe.
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Crispy Air Fryer Mashed Potato Cakes (Gluten-Free!)
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These crispy air-fried mashed potato cakes are a delicious and easy way to use up leftover mashed potatoes. This recipe is also gluten-free, making it a perfect side dish for those with dietary restrictions. If you're looking for quick air-fried recipes or gluten-free air-fried recipes, this is a must-try!
Ingredients
Instructions
- 1. Combine Ingredients: In a medium bowl, mix together the mashed potatoes, egg, breadcrumbs, cheese (if using), herbs (if using), salt, and pepper. Mix well until everything is evenly combined.
- 2. Shape the Patties: Form the mixture into small patties or cakes, about 1/2 inch thick. You can use a cookie cutter or a small bowl as a guide for uniform shapes.
- 3. Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 3-5 minutes.
- 4. Prepare the Air Fryer Basket: Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray or use parchment paper if using the air fryer baking pan.
- 5. Air Fry: Place the potato patties in a single layer in the air fryer basket or pan, ensuring they are not overcrowded. You may need to cook in batches.
- 6. Cook: Air fry for 10-15 minutes, flipping every 5 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. The exact cooking time will depend on the size and thickness of your patties and your specific air fryer.
- 7. Serve: Carefully remove the potato cakes from the air fryer and serve hot.
Equipment
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Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 185.44kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 9.22g15%
- Saturated Fat 2.75g14%
- Trans Fat 0.13g
- Cholesterol 54.66mg19%
- Sodium 462.52mg20%
- Potassium 380.68mg11%
- Total Carbohydrate 20.38g7%
- Dietary Fiber 1.86g8%
- Sugars 0.91g
- Protein 5.82g12%
- Vitamin A 103.95 IU
- Vitamin C 1.26 mg
- Calcium 92.06 mg
- Iron 0.73 mg
- Vitamin D 0.29 IU
- Vitamin E 0.7 IU
- Vitamin K 23.67 mcg
- Thiamin 0.02 mg
- Riboflavin 0.11 mg
- Niacin 1.33 mg
- Vitamin B6 0.17 mg
- Folate 20.51 mcg
- Vitamin B12 0.28 mcg
- Phosphorus 134.92 mg
- Magnesium 23.1 mg
- Zinc 0.74 mg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Tips and Variations:
Gluten-Free Note: It is crucial to use certified gluten-free ingredients, especially the flour/breadcrumbs and any pre-shredded cheese (as some contain cellulose which may have gluten). Also, ensure your cooking spray is gluten-free. Using gluten-free breadcrumbs will also result in a crispier patty.
- Crispier Patties: For extra crispy patties, you can lightly coat them in breadcrumbs before air frying.
- Flavor Variations:
- Garlic and Herb: Add 1 teaspoon of garlic powder and 1 tablespoon of Italian herbs to the mixture.
- Spicy: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce.
- Loaded Potato: Add cooked bacon bits, shredded cheese, and green onions.
- Dipping Sauces: Serve with sour cream, ketchup, ranch dressing, or your favorite dipping sauce.
This air fryer method makes the potato cakes crispy on the outside and warm and fluffy on the inside. Enjoy!
Craving more easy gluten-free meals like this one? You'll find a ton of inspiration in my cookbook, 'Practical Gluten Free,' available on Amazon!
User Reviews
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Crispy air fryer mashed potatoes made with these ingredients are a delicious and satisfying dish that perfectly balances creamy, cheesy goodness with a crispy exterior. The egg binds everything together, while the gluten-free breadcrumbs and grated cheddar cheese create that irresistible golden crust. A sprinkle of garlic and herb blend—like chives, parsley, or green onions—adds extra layers of flavor, making each bite burst with savory goodness. With the right seasoning of salt and pepper, these mashed potato patties are transformed into a delectable treat. A quick spritz of cooking spray or a tiny bit of oil helps achieve that crispiness without the heaviness of deep frying, making this air fryer recipe a healthier yet indulgent alternative. These crispy bites are perfect as a side dish or a fun snack!
Glad you loved it!
I had this for breakfast in the morning and had to do a happy dance. Admittedly, the dance was a bit embarrassing, but at least the food was great, and that’s a win in my book!
So glad you found it delicious! What was your favorite part?
May I ask how many potato cakes this recipe made?
It made about 3 potato cakes if I remember correctly. @Camille
This recipe is ideal for parents with many mouths to feed. It is undoubtedly a great recipe if you invest in better ingredients than I did.
Thanks for your feedback! We’re glad you thought it was good.
As a resident of Georgia (State) I appreciate how good this recipe is. For me, it’s the perfect combination of potato flavor.
So glad you found it delicious!
Overall happy with this recipe, although I think I added way too much potato. I’m gonna try adding less potato and add an updated review – Shelly
That’s great to hear, Shelly! We’re glad you were overall happy with the recipe, and we appreciate you experimenting with it. We’re interested to hear how it turns out with less potato. Feel free to share your updated review and any other tweaks you make!