German Potato Pancakes

Name: German Potato Pancakes
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 4 medium potatoes, peeled and grated; 1 small onion, grated; 2 eggs; ¼ cup all-purpose flour; Salt and pepper to taste; Oil for frying; Applesauce or sour cream, for serving

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Crispy on the outside and soft inside, these savory pancakes are a German street food classic—perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a festive snack with applesauce or sour cream.

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Origin German Potato Pancakes

Known as Kartoffelpuffer in Germany, these pancakes are a traditional dish served during Christmas markets, fairs, and family breakfasts. They’re deeply rooted in rural German cooking, where potatoes were a staple ingredient.

What I Love About This Recipe

There’s something so comforting about the crispy golden edges and soft, grated potato center. Whether you serve them with sour cream, applesauce, or a sprinkle of herbs, German potato pancakes never fail to impress—simple ingredients, nostalgic flavor!

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German Potato Pancakes

Recipe by RecipeWikki

Servings

servings

Prep time

minutes

Cooking time

minutes

Calories

250

kcal

Ingredients

4 medium potatoes, peeled and grated
1 small onion, grated
2 eggs
¼ cup all-purpose flour
Salt and pepper to taste
Oil for frying
Applesauce or sour cream, for serving

Directions

Grate potatoes and onion, then place in a cheesecloth or clean kitchen towel. Squeeze out as much liquid as possible.
Transfer to a bowl, add eggs, flour, salt, and pepper. Mix to form a batter.
Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Drop spoonfuls of the mixture into the pan and flatten slightly with a spatula.
Fry until golden brown and crisp, about 3–4 minutes per side.
Drain on paper towels.
Serve hot with applesauce or sour cream.