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Small Batch Funeral Potatoes

August 5, 2018

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Small Batch Funeral Potatoes – AKA cheesy potato casserole with corn flake topping, party potatoes, or potluck potatoes – scaled down to make a great side dish.

Casserole dish full of cheesy potatoes with cornflake toppingThis cheesy potato casserole is absolutely delicious.  It’s base is creamy cheesy potatoes that get topped with buttered corn flakes cereal that get crispy when baked.

A traditional Funeral Potatoes recipe (AKA potluck potatoes or party potatoes) makes a ton.  So it’s a great dish to bring to an event with a lot of people, like a funeral, potluck, or party. 🙂

The only problem with this recipe (other than the name) is that even though it’s really good, I would never make it as a side dish because I don’t want to have to eat cheesy potatoes every day for a week.

Spoon scooping out some party potatoes with cornflake topping

Problem solved!  This small batch version of funeral potatoes is great for a side dish to feed your family.  Now you don’t have to wait for a big event to eat these perfect potatoes.

How to make this Funeral Potatoes recipe:

  • Add cubed potatoes to a large bowl (I use bagged frozen potatoes)
  • Add a can of cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and shredded cheese
  • Add salt and garlic powder
  • Stir it all together and pour it into a baking dish

Make the crispy buttery corn flake topping:

  • Crush up some corn flake cereal
  • Melt some butter in a medium bowl
  • Add the cereal to the butter and stir it up
  • Sprinkle the buttered corn flakes over the potatoes
  • Bake

Looking for a lighter side dish to serve with these cheesy potatoes?  Try:

  • Avocado Cucumber Tomato Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette
  • Sugar Snap Peas with Garlic
  • A side salad with homemade Garlic & Herb Vinaigrette
  • Cucumber Salad with Vinegar from Real Mom Nutrition

Watch the step by step recipe video for Small Batch Funeral Potatoes below:

cheesy potato casserole with corn flake topping

Small Batch Funeral Potatoes

Small Batch Funeral Potatoes - AKA cheesy potato casserole with corn flake topping, party potatoes, or potluck potatoes - scaled down to make a great side dish.

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 301kcal
Author: Amanda Finks
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5 from 17 votes

Ingredients

  • 3 cups frozen cubed potatoes -thawed at room temperature for at least 30 minutes
  • 1 (15 oz.) can condensed cream of chicken soup
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

For the Corn Flake Topping:

  • 2 cups corn flakes cereal
  • 1/4 cup butter -melted

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 7x11 (or 9x9) inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • In a large bowl, add the potatoes, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, cheddar cheese, salt, and garlic powder. Stir until well combined and the potatoes are evenly coated.
  • Pour the potatoes into the baking dish and spread them out into an even layer.
  • Place the corn flakes in a plastic food storage bag. Seal the bag and use your hands to gently squeeze the bag and crush the corn flakes.
  • Pour the crushed corn flakes into a small bowl. Add the melted butter. Stir to coat the cereal.
  • Spoon the corn flakes evenly over the potatoes.
  • Bake uncovered for 35 minutes. Cool 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1/8th of the recipe | Calories: 301kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 49mg | Sodium: 893mg | Potassium: 316mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 720IU | Vitamin C: 8.2mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 3.5mg
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword funeral potatoes, party potatoes, potato casserole
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Comments

  1. Claire says

    August 5, 2018 at 3:42 PM

    5 stars
    I have never eaten funeral potatoes, they don’t seem to be a thing here in Australia.
    And I admit, whenever I have seen them before the name put me off, but the small batch nature of these intrigued me.
    They look delicious, and I am certain my kids are going to love them.

    Reply
    • Susan Jones says

      October 28, 2018 at 6:50 PM

      5 stars
      We also call them Cheesy potatoes in the U.S. They are delicious. Try topping with crushed french fried onions instead of the corn flakes/butter.

      Reply
      • Jenny says

        December 25, 2018 at 10:23 AM

        5 stars
        Frosted flakes add sweetness.

        Reply
        • Sue P says

          April 8, 2019 at 12:03 PM

          I was just wondering whether Frosted Flakes would work as I never got my Christmas marshmellow wreathes made. Need room in the freezer and would love an alternative potato recipe. Thanks for info about Frosted Flakes.

          Reply
          • Shelby says

            July 23, 2019 at 12:31 AM

            Could you make the funeral potatoes in the crock pot

          • Susie says

            November 27, 2019 at 11:53 AM

            Make sweet potato casserole and use frosted flakes(crushed) pecans melted butter and brown sugar mixed together as topping name in oven until crispy! Delish! You could even make a sweet potato pie using this mixture.

          • Maddy L says

            November 28, 2019 at 7:14 PM

            I would say no to the crockpot. You wouldn’t get a crunchy topping. But otherwise it would turn out ok, I suppose.

      • SHERRI L WILLARD says

        May 16, 2019 at 7:57 AM

        Or top them with crushed potato chips and butter!

        Reply
    • Jodi says

      February 17, 2019 at 4:04 PM

      We have done this for years but instead of shredded cheese we use half a block of velveta and chip some green onions and put on top of frozen potatoes. Everyone always raves about it!! Yummy!

      Reply
  2. Tatiana says

    August 5, 2018 at 5:49 PM

    5 stars
    Never seen a cornflakes topping on potatoes before, must be so good and crunchy!

    Reply
  3. Jane says

    August 7, 2018 at 12:03 PM

    5 stars
    Cornflake topping is making a comeback from at least 40 years ago. They or potato chips were the topping of choice in those days long past.
    Now that my mobility is poor, you may be sure that they will show up the next time I bring a dish to a family gathering. I can just hear the raves.

    Reply
  4. Sarah Atherton says

    August 7, 2018 at 7:29 PM

    5 stars
    This dish is rooted in the Mountain West region of the United States, especially the states of Idaho and Utah. The name may appear off putting, but if you’ve ever been asked to provide the post funeral service family meal you know how this dish got its name. This dish is the ultimate comfort food, loaded with tasty carbs and dairy. The original recipe also feeds a lot of people, as the author points out.
    You can substitute the cubes potatoes for shredded. We like to add some chopped onions into the mix for a little added flavor and, as we are not a fan of the cornflake topping in our family, we just top it with more cheese. Add some chunks of ham and it turns into a main dish.
    This dish also freezes well. We froze the leftovers from my father’s funeral and ate them over the next several months.

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  5. LOREN LEVINSKY says

    September 16, 2018 at 11:02 PM

    Shredded frozen potatoes work better and we use crushed rice checks cereal instead of corn flakes. also grate an onion or finely chop one in a food processor and add it to the mix.

    Reply
    • Karen says

      September 21, 2018 at 1:45 PM

      For those picky eaters you can grate an onion with the smallest side of a box grater and you’ll get onion pulp and juice. That’s what I do in my homemade tarter sauce recipe. No crunchy onions for those who don’t like raw onion.

      Reply
  6. Sarah Cummings says

    September 18, 2018 at 10:23 AM

    5 stars
    I can’t wait to try these! Looks like the perfect dish for this fall.

    Reply
  7. Laurie Davis says

    September 28, 2018 at 4:52 AM

    We call it a potato casserole. I need to make a full recipe, my family looks forward to leftovers.

    Reply
  8. Peggy Carpenter says

    October 8, 2018 at 11:01 AM

    5 stars
    We like it extra cheesy. I substitute cheddar cheese soup and sometimes use fz. potatoes O’brien. Also my family likes Panko bread crumbs in place of flakes. We love this dish!!

    Reply
  9. Eileen says

    November 1, 2018 at 5:21 PM

    Can I use shredded hash brown potatoes from the dairy section? They are refrigerated, not frozen?

    Reply
    • sandee says

      April 20, 2019 at 2:18 PM

      I read somewhere they turn gummy

      Reply
  10. Sherrie says

    November 16, 2018 at 9:37 AM

    I use cream of potato soup because I am a vegetarian. You also use cream of asparagus or whatever you prefer.

    Reply
  11. Ang says

    November 19, 2018 at 4:55 PM

    5 stars
    Has anyone ever used creme cheese instead of sour cream? Just wondering… 🙂

    Reply
    • Diane says

      November 23, 2018 at 11:36 PM

      5 stars
      Don’t think that will work as the consistency is so different

      Reply
  12. Tillie says

    December 29, 2018 at 12:19 PM

    5 stars
    Finally a small recipe for funeral potatoes that I can make without having to invite the whole neighborhood over to eat so they don’t go to waste. Been involved in making these since I was a little girl of about 5 or 6. Great grandmother used to make very similar dish for family gatherings, harvest time meals and, of course, after funerals. Biggest difference however is she had to peel, cut and parboiled fresh potatoes. Thanks for bringing back those memories from so long ago and giving a smaller recipe for an old favorite.

    Question: any idea whether it’s best to freeze extras before or after baking …. or does it matter?

    Reply
  13. Joan says

    January 29, 2019 at 9:40 AM

    I cook for one, but still make the full recipe frequently. I make an 8×8 pan to take to my daughter’s and split the rest into small dishes for myself and freeze them. Always delicious and can hold up in the freezer forever!

    Reply
  14. Rueben says

    February 23, 2019 at 5:22 AM

    On a “regular” base, can you use bran flakes to incorp. more fiber?

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      March 7, 2019 at 8:29 PM

      Should work just will be darker top. Not sure how flavor would turn out but worth trying once to see.

      Reply
  15. KARIN DUNHAM says

    March 8, 2019 at 7:34 AM

    We sprinkle crushed Ritz crackers and parmesan cheese on the top in our family which is located in NW Pa. These have always been a big hit anywhere I’ve been 😊🍽

    Reply
  16. Denise says

    March 20, 2019 at 2:53 PM

    I use cream of celery soup instead of cream of chicken, we seem to like this better. I also use chopped up onion in the mixture. Sharp cheddar cheese works well also.

    Reply
  17. Gran says

    April 7, 2019 at 11:36 AM

    I cannot stand the taste of sour cream, I just do not use it. Could this recipe be made without it, Or maybe substitute something? Thank you!

    Reply
    • Rhonda Stafford says

      April 12, 2019 at 9:16 PM

      I’m thinking mayonnaise might possibly make a good substitute?

      Reply
    • Jean says

      June 22, 2019 at 6:13 PM

      PLain yogurt would work.

      Reply
  18. Heidi says

    May 3, 2019 at 9:44 PM

    5 stars
    These are soooo yummy!!

    Reply
  19. Brenda says

    June 13, 2019 at 11:35 AM

    Thank-you

    Reply
  20. Dunia says

    June 30, 2019 at 7:29 AM

    5 stars
    We call these our block Party Potatoes :). I usually make them with frozen hash brown potatoes and add diced onion for more flavor. I do not add more salt as the chicken soup has plenty.
    These are everyone’s favorite at our block parties. Thank you for sharing!

    Reply
  21. Lori Goldsmith says

    August 12, 2019 at 1:14 PM

    5 stars
    Loved these potatoes. But I never have Corn Flakes in the house so I substituted Ritz Crackers – turned out to be a great sub !
    Thanks for the recipe
    Lori

    Reply
  22. Monica says

    August 18, 2019 at 4:45 PM

    Do you have to use frozen? Or can I just cube up fresh potatoes?

    Reply
  23. Ray H Menasco says

    August 26, 2019 at 6:16 PM

    5 stars
    best potato recipe of all time. there are other versions that are also very good, this one does not go into feeding 50 people, just right for a family dinner.

    Reply
  24. M Bruce says

    September 28, 2019 at 5:54 PM

    5 stars
    I didn’t have any corn flakes, but I did have potato chips. Not just plain chips, bacon cheddar chips! Excellent!!!

    Reply
  25. Deborah S. says

    October 19, 2019 at 7:29 PM

    5 stars
    I finally made this last night for me and my husband.they were the bomb! He loved them,thank you!

    Reply

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