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Name: The Yukon via Vermont: Yukon Gold Potato Pancakes and Chunky Applesauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 McIntosh apples, chunked; 2 tablespoons brown sugar; 2 cups all natural apple juice or fresh cider; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, a few pinches; 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg, freshly grated or a few pinches ground; 3 medium to large Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and shredded with hand grater; 1 medium yellow skinned onion, peeled and grated; 1 egg, beaten; 1 teaspoon coarse salt; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg, freshly grated or a few pinches ground; A few tablespoons butter, for frying pancakes

Servings: persons

4 McIntosh apples, chunked
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 cups all natural apple juice or fresh cider
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, a few pinches
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg, freshly grated or a few pinches ground
3 medium to large Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and shredded with hand grater
1 medium yellow skinned onion, peeled and grated
1 egg, beaten
1 teaspoon coarse salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg, freshly grated or a few pinches ground
A few tablespoons butter, for frying pancakes

1
Place chunked apples, brown sugar, juice or cider, cinnamon and nutmeg in a medium pot over medium-high heat and let cook 15 minutes, stirring occasionally and reducing heat to medium when mixture comes to a boil.
2
Preheat nonstick griddle pan or skillet over medium to medium high heat.
3
Put the potatoes and onion in a colander.
4
Squeeze liquid out of potatoes/onion.
5
Place potatoes/onion in a bowl and work quickly to avoid discoloring potatoes.
6
Add egg, salt, baking soda, and nutmeg.
7
Combine pancake mixture and place bowl near stove.
8
Melt a pat of butter on skillet pan and drop 3 to 4 inch circles of potato mixture onto hot surface.
9
Cook pancakes 3 or 4 minutes on each side and repeat process until pancake mixture is gone.
10
Stir hot, chunky applesauce to break up cooked apples and remove from heat.
11
Layer pancakes with warm apple mixture and serve.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 McIntosh apples, chunked, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 2 cups all natural apple juice or fresh cider, 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, a few pinches, and more.

Yes, The Yukon via Vermont: Yukon Gold Potato Pancakes and Chunky Applesauce falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

The Yukon via Vermont: Yukon Gold Potato Pancakes and Chunky Applesauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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