13 Easy Recipes With Potato Flakes

Looking for a way to add some excitement to your dinner routine? Why not try these recipes with potato flakes?

I love potatoes. Whether it’s hash browns, mashed potatoes, or fries, I just can’t get enough of them.

Luckily, I discovered a new way to prepare this tuber using potato flakes.

In this roundup, I’ll share how potato flakes can be used in a variety of recipes.

From hearty soups to comforting casseroles and fluffy bread, you’ll find something to love.

Here are 13 easy recipes that’ll give you plenty of inspiration for a filling meal!

1. 4-Ingredient Potato Soup

This potato soup is a creamy, hearty, and cozy comfort food. It’s perfect for those chilly nights when you don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen.

I love this dish because it’s easy, but it tastes like a million bucks. Adding potato flakes makes every sip extra thick and rich!

This soup is so simple, but it’s crazy good. I love to elevate this dish with smoky bacon crumbles, cheese, and scallions for extra zing.

2. Homemade Gnocchi

Do you want to learn how to make pasta from scratch? This homemade gnocchi recipe is a perfect choice if you’re a beginner.

The recipe uses potato flakes which makes it even easier to make. It comes out light and pillowy, and the gnocchi practically melts in your mouth!

Say goodbye to pre-made gnocchi and take your Italian cooking skills to a new level.

3. Baked Mashed Potatoes

Do you have those days when you just want something cheesy, fluffy, and warm? Like a big bowl of mashed potatoes?

When you want a side dish that’s quick and uncomplicated, this is a great option.

There’s no need to peel, boil, and mash whole potatoes with this recipe.

The potato flakes create instant creamy, fluffy mashed potatoes baked to perfection.

4. Paula Deen’s Crockpot Potato Soup

With winter in full swing, nothing’s better than a bowl of Paula Deen’s potato soup.

A sip of this soup will warm you up from the inside out. It’s thick, creamy, and oh-so-delicious!

Best of all, it only requires minimal prep because the Crockpot does all the magic.

Don’t forget to serve it with crusty bread to soak up all the goodness.

5. Potato Rolls

Rise to the occasion with these rolls packed with the delicious flavor of potatoes.

These potato rolls are a fluffy, buttery, and delicious take on the classic dinner roll.

It’s made using potato flakes for the signature starchy flavor. These rolls come out of the oven with the perfect golden crust and airy texture.

Every bite of this amazing bread feels like a cloud of flavors for your tastebuds!

6. Potato Flake Sourdough Starter and Bread

Looking for a new flavor profile in your sourdough? Check out this potato flake sourdough starter recipe.

Potato flakes give this sourdough starter a fluffy texture with a slightly sweet taste.

It adds a new dimension to the classic recipe to amp up your bread game.

With this sourdough starter, the bread will come out pillowy with a hint of sweetness.

7. Chili Cheese Shepherd’s Pie

If you ask me what makes this dish the ultimate comfort food. The answer would be the bite of hot chili and a blanket of gooey cheese.

It’s a deliciously warming blend of meaty goodness and starchy delight.

This recipe uses potato flakes for a pleasant savory taste with every bite.

Chili cheese shepherd’s pie is a crowd-pleasing dish that’ll have everyone asking for seconds!

8. Crisp Oven-Fried Chicken

Do you love fried chicken but hate the greasy mess? Then this recipe is for you!

It’s a rustic twist on classic fried chicken with the magic of potato flakes.

It adds extra crunch and flavor to the meat that’ll surely impress picky eaters.

The best part? Oven-fried chicken is just as crispy, flavorful, and filling as its deep-fried counterpart. 

With its crisp golden exterior and juicy inside, it’s the perfect addition to your dinner rotation.

9. Cheesy Potato Puffs

Fluffy and cheesy, these potato puffs are a delightful, satisfying side dish or appetizer.

It’s made using cheesy, buttery potato flakes mixture rolled in crushed cheese crackers.

These little balls of delight are baked to perfection for a snack that tastes like childhood.

Savor the cheesy crunch of these potato puffs, and your day will be brighter!

10. Cheesy Potato Corn Cakes

If the days get chilly and you’re craving comfort food, I have just the thing!

These cheesy potato corn cakes combine all the classic favorites in one bite.

The starchy potato blend is the perfect backdrop for cheddar cheese, sweet corn, and fresh herbs.

They’re crisp on the outside, creamy on the inside, and oh-so cheesy. Whip this recipe up and take your tastebuds on a trip to flavor town!

11. Cinnamon Rolls

If you’re looking for a new take on the classic cinnamon roll, look no further. These cinnamon rolls have a fluffier and softer twist!

This recipe uses mashed potato flakes to elevate the flavor and texture of the rolls. It’ll leave a heavenly smell as it bakes in your oven.

Serve it warm with a cup of coffee or tea for an indulgent afternoon snack!

12. Mustard & Sage Potato Encrusted Pork Cutlets

Make this mustard and sage potato encrusted pork cutlets the centerpiece of your next meal.

These tender, juicy pork slices are covered in a crunchy potato crust. 

The golden crust on these cutlets is a delicious surprise. It’s breaded with potato flakes, mustard, and sage for a flavorful bite.

Serve these alongside roasted vegetables or your favorite salad for a hearty, filling meal.

13. Whole Wheat Potato Rolls

These whole wheat potato rolls are delicious and wholesome! Made with 100% whole wheat flour and mashed potato flakes, these rolls are oh-so-good.

When you want something light and fluffy, this will quickly become a favorite in your house.

These rolls are soft, fluffy, and full of warmth. They’re basically a hug for your mouth.