We’re BIG fans of latkes here at Delish. Not only are potato pancakes a must for Hanukkah (December 18 to 26, 2022), they’re also crazy versatile. We’re turning them into everything from apps to dessert (seriously!). We’ve rounded up 14 recipes so you can do the same—keep things feeling fresh for the entirety of your Festival of Lights celebration and beyond.
Before you even think about innovative ways to top your latkes, you’ve gotta get your base recipe down. We’ve included a few of our favorites, like our classic latkes and our house latkes (with horseradish), as well as some fun spins like our Swiss rösti (basically one large latke), our cauliflower hash browns (more latke than hash brown tbh, and low-carb!), and our latke cups. Our top tip for the crispiest, craggliest latkes? Squeeze as much liquid out of your potatoes as you can, and remember, they're called pancakes for a reason: The first few might not be perfect, but you’ll get there!
Then it’s time for the real fun. We’ve included a number of recipe-less ideas for you here in the hopes that they’ll get your creative juices flowing. Take inspiration from them, then try and make up your own. Turn it into a contest for most original among you and your family and friends—you might just like this game better than playing dreidel (sorry gelt, but potatoes are better 😉). Lastly, we’ve also included a tongue-in-cheek recipe for our latke cookies, featuring an apple caramel and potato sticks. They’re not wholly traditional, but they are fun—bonus, no hot oil required!
Want even more Hanukkah ideas? Check out the rest of our favorite Hanukkah cookies, our top Hanukkah appetizers, and our best Hanukkah desserts too.
