Healthy Potato Pancakes Recipe – Family & Toddler Friendly
Potato pancakes are a classic comfort food enjoyed by families worldwide. This healthy, soft, and versatile recipe is perfect for toddlers, flavorful for adults, and easily customizable with vegetables, cheese, or mild spices. Whether for breakfast, brunch, snack, or dinner, these pancakes are a delicious, nutrient-packed option for the whole family.
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 20 minutes mins
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Traditionally Eastern European
Servings 12 pancakes
Calories 70 kcal
- 3 medium potatoes (~450g), peeled or unpeeled, grated
- 1 small carrot, finely grated (optional, toddler-friendly)
- 1 small zucchini, finely grated and drained (optional)
- 1 small onion, finely grated (optional)
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 3–4 tbsp whole wheat flour (or oat flour for gluten-free)
- ½ tsp salt (reduce for toddlers)
- ¼ tsp black pepper (optional, for adults)
- 1–2 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil for frying
Prepare vegetables: Grate potatoes, carrot, zucchini, and onion. Squeeze out excess water for crispier pancakes.
Mix batter: Combine grated vegetables, eggs, flour, salt, pepper, and optional mix-ins in a large bowl. Batter should be thick but scoopable.
Heat pan: Add 1 tbsp oil to a non-stick pan over medium heat.
Cook pancakes: Spoon 2–3 tbsp batter per pancake into pan. Flatten slightly with a spatula. Cook 3–4 minutes per side, until golden brown.
Drain: Place on a paper towel-lined plate to remove excess oil.
Serve: Warm, with your favorite toppings.
Please note: The nutritional information provided is an estimate, calculated using an online nutrition calculator.
Nutritional Facts/pancake:
Calories: 70 kcal | Protein: 2g | Fat: 3g | Carbohydrates: 9g | Fiber: 1g | Potassium: 250 mg | Vitamin A: 200–300 IU (from carrot, pumpkin, or sweet potato variations)
Values vary depending on added vegetables, cheese, or mix-ins.