Potato Latke Pizzette

Celebrate Hanukkah with this crispy Potato Latke Pizzette—golden, savory, and topped with smoked salmon, sour cream, and fresh dill. Serve it sliced for sharing or make bite-sized mini latkes for the perfect holiday appetizer!

Crispy mini potato latkes topped with smoked salmon and sour cream make a stunning appetizer for Hanukkah celebrations. Easy to serve, delicious, and always a crowd favorite.
Potato Latke Pizzette

Celebrate Hanukkah with a fun and delicious twist on the classic latke! This Potato Latke Pizzette is crisp, golden, and perfect for sharing. Serve it sliced like a savory holiday pizzette — or prepare miniature versions for the ultimate Hanukkah appetizer board.

Crispy golden potato latke baked in a skillet and sliced into wedges, topped with sour cream, smoked salmon, dill, and cracked pepper on a blue plate.

Topped with silky smoked salmon, cool sour cream, bright dill, and just the right touch of Everything Bagel Seasoning, this dish brings together tradition, comfort, and party-ready flair.

Why You'll Love This Latke Pizzette

  • Crispy edges + tender shredded potato interior
  • Customizable: serve as a large shared skillet or bite-sized minis
  • Festive toppings elevate a classic Hanukkah favorite
  • Perfect for holiday gatherings, appetizers, or brunch
Recipe Overview:
Serves: 4–8
Total Time: 30–40 minutes
Category: Appetizer, Holiday
Cuisine: Jewish / Hanukkah

Ingredients

  • 1 medium sweet onion, grated
  • 1 1/2 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and grated
  • 2 Tbsp matza, crushed
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp Everything Bagel Seasoning
  • 4 Tbsp olive oil, divided
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 tsp Pennsylvania Pepper
  • 2–4 oz smoked salmon
  • 2 Tbsp fresh dill, chopped (optional)
  • Pickled red onion for garnish (optional)

Method

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
  2. Line a large bowl with a kitchen towel. Grate the onion and potatoes into the towel.
  3. Wring out as much liquid as possible. Transfer mixture to another bowl, discarding excess potato starch liquid.
  4. Add crushed matza and Everything Bagel Seasoning. Mix well.
  5. Add eggs and stir to combine fully.
  6. Heat 2 Tbsp olive oil in a large nonstick skillet until shimmering.
  7. For pizzette: Add all latke mixture to skillet and spread evenly. Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes.
  8. Transfer skillet to oven and bake for 10 minutes.
  9. Remove skillet, cover with a large plate, and carefully flip the latke onto the plate.
  10. Add remaining 2 Tbsp oil to skillet and slide latke back in to crisp the second side. Bake for another 10 minutes.
  11. Slide latke onto a cutting surface and cool slightly.
  12. Top with sour cream, smoked salmon, dill, Pennsylvania Pepper, and pickled onions. Slice into wedges and serve.

Notes & Variations

  • Mini Latkes: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions into hot oil and fry 2–3 minutes per side.
  • For a dairy-free version, substitute plant-based sour cream or leave it off entirely.
  • Add capers, lemon zest, or chives for extra flavor.
  • Serve on a Hanukkah board with olives, cucumbers, and pickled vegetables.

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Potato Latkes (Skillet Pizzette or Mini Latkes)

Celebrate Hanukkah with these perfectly crispy Potato Latkes! Make one large skillet-sized pizzette or bite-sized Minis — top with smoked salmon, sour cream, dill, and pickled onions for a stunning holiday appetizer.

Author
Sally Valenti
Prep Time
20 minutes
Cook Time
10-20 minutes
Servings
Serves 4–8
Category

Appetizer, Holiday

Cuisine

Jewish, Hanukkah

Ingredients

  • 1 medium sweet onion, grated
  • 1 1/2 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and grated
  • 2 Tbsp matza, crushed
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp Everything Bagel Seasoning
  • 4 Tbsp olive oil, divided
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 tsp Pennsylvania Pepper
  • 2–4 oz smoked salmon
  • 2 Tbsp fresh dill, chopped (optional)
  • Pickled red onion, optional garnish

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. Line a large bowl with a kitchen towel. Grate onion and potatoes directly into the towel.
  3. Wring out as much liquid as possible. Transfer the grated mixture to a new bowl and discard the potato starch liquid left behind.
  4. Add crushed matza and Everything Bagel Seasoning. Mix to distribute.
  5. Add eggs and mix until fully combined.
  6. Heat 2 Tbsp olive oil in a large nonstick skillet until shimmering.
  7. For a large latke pizzette: Add the entire mixture to the skillet and spread evenly. Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes.
  8. Transfer skillet to the oven and bake for 10 minutes.
  9. Remove skillet and cover it with a large plate. Carefully flip the latke onto the plate.
  10. Add remaining 2 Tbsp of oil to the skillet and slide the latke back into the pan to crisp the second side. Return to the oven for another 10 minutes.
  11. Remove from the oven and slide the latke onto a cutting surface.
  12. Top with sour cream, smoked salmon, pickled red onions, dill, and Pennsylvania Pepper. Slice into wedges and serve.
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