Potato Farls (Irish Potato Cakes)

Name: Potato Farls (Irish Potato Cakes)
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 55 min
Cuisine: British
Ingredients: 350 - 400 g floury potatoes e.g. Rooster, Maris Piper ((weight is after peeling: please read Recipe Notes)); salt; pepper (white or black); 30 g butter ((see Recipe Notes)); 50 g plain flour (plus extra for dusting)

Instructions

Prep:25minCook:30min

Potato Farls, Irish Potato Cakes, tattie scones or potato bread (depending on which part of the British Isles you're from) are easy to make and great for breakfast or a snack. Serve with a big, cooked breakfast, eggs, beans, or cheese, or even sweet toppings like jam, plus butter melting on top.For the best results, read the accompanying blog post and the Recipe Notes below before starting.

Updated at: Tue, 30 Jun 2026 08:00:41 GMT