🥔🧈 Amish Potato Pancakes – Crispy, Golden, Old-Fashioned Comfort Food

These Amish Potato Pancakes are a timeless, old-fashioned recipe made with simple pantry staples and lots of love. Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and full of savory potato flavor, they’re perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a cozy side dish for dinner.

If you’re craving classic comfort food the way grandma used to make it, this recipe delivers every time.

⭐ Why You’ll Love These Amish Potato Pancakes

• ✔️ Crispy edges, fluffy centers

• ✔️ Budget-friendly ingredients

• ✔️ Quick and easy to make

• ✔️ Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dinner

🛒 Ingredients for Amish Potato Pancakes

• 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and grated

• 1 small onion, finely grated

• 2 large eggs

• ¼ cup all-purpose flour

• 1 tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

• ¼ tsp baking powder (optional, for extra fluff)

• Vegetable oil or butter for frying

👩‍🍳 How to Make Amish Potato Pancakes

1️⃣ Prep the Potatoes

Grate potatoes and onion. Place in a clean towel and squeeze out as much liquid as possible.

2️⃣ Mix the Batter

In a bowl, combine grated potatoes/onion, eggs, flour, salt, pepper, and baking powder.

3️⃣ Heat the Skillet

Heat oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat.

4️⃣ Fry the Pancakes

Drop spoonfuls of batter into the skillet. Flatten slightly. Cook 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.

5️⃣ Drain & Serve

Remove to a paper towel-lined plate. Serve hot.

🔥 Tips for the Best Amish Potato Pancakes

• Squeeze out moisture for extra crispiness

• Use russet potatoes for best texture

• Don’t overcrowd the pan

• Keep warm in a 200°F oven while cooking batches

🧑‍🍳 What to Serve with Amish Potato Pancakes

• Sour cream or applesauce

• Fried eggs

• Bacon or sausage

• Green salad for dinner