Irish Potatoes Recipe

These traditional Irish potato cakes are a delightful twist on the classic recipe, packed with flavor and tender texture.

With a simple mixture of flour, butter, and cream, these delicate cakes are flavored with a hint of vanilla and topped with fresh scallions, perfect for a delightful afternoon treat or St. Patrick’s Day celebration.

Ready Time

2 hrs

Yields

9 servings

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup heavy cream
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 cup chopped scallions, for garnish

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, pepper, and baking powder.

Add the cold butter and use a pastry blender or your fingers to work it into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar, heavy cream, eggs, and vanilla extract.

Add this mixture to the flour mixture and stir until a dough forms.

Don’t overmix! Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead it a few times until it comes together. Divide the dough into 9 equal pieces and shape each piece into a ball.

Flatten each ball into a disk, about 1/4 inch thick.

Place the disks onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 1 inch of space between each potato cake. Brush the tops with a little extra heavy cream and sprinkle with chopped scallions.

Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.

Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack for 5-10 minutes before serving.