15 Latke Recipes That Are Fit for a Celebration

Crispy and fried until golden on the outside, soft and potato-y on the inside—it’s no wonder latkes are a must-make whenever the holiday season rolls around. All you need is a handful of basic ingredients, a few pro tips for making latkes and a little bit of time and you can whip up a batch of potato pancakes worthy of a spot at your Hanukkah dinner. There are plenty of ways to dress latkes up but we like this idea that calls for a spiced apple-pear sauce and sour cream. Every bite is sweet, savory and salty.

These crispy potato latkes get a gorgeous jewel tone from shredded beets and carrots. Perfect for any special, holiday celebration.

Skip the skillet with this hands-off method to “oven fry” latkes in a muffin tin for Hanukkah—or any time of year. It’s important to use both nonstick cooking spray and a splash of neutral cooking oil to prevent the naturally starchy potato batter from sticking to the tin. The result: 12 crispy, golden-brown, sizzling potato pancakes—and minimal cleanup.