Herb-Infused Boxty Pancakes

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-19 · Updated 2026-04-19

Fluffy potato pancakes with fresh herbs, served with a dollop of sour cream for a traditional Irish breakfast. This Irish-inspired breakfast recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, layers potatoes, all-purpose flour, buttermilk into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 2 medium, peeled and grated potatoes
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup buttermilk
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 2 tbsp, finely chopped fresh chives
• 1 tbsp, finely chopped fresh dill
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp, for frying butter
• 1/4 cup sour cream

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine 2 medium grated potatoes with 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup buttermilk, 1/2 tsp baking soda, 2 tbsp chopped chives, 1 tbsp chopped dill, and 1/2 tsp salt, mixing until a cohesive dough forms.
2. Step 2: Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions, shaping each into a 1-inch-thick patty.
3. Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp butter in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Add 4 patties and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
4. Step 4: Serve immediately with 1/4 cup sour cream on the side.