Potato Flake

Potato flakes are dried, ground potatoes. They are made by cooking whole potatoes, mashing them, and then drying the resulting pulp on large rotating drums. The dried potato sheets are then broken into small flakes.

Potato flakes are used as a thickener and binder in processed foods. They can add texture and body to products like soups, sauces, and baked goods. They are also used in snack foods like chips and crackers.

Potato flakes are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. They are a source of carbohydrates and some nutrients like potassium. JECFA has evaluated potato flakes and established specifications for their use. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects from consuming potato flakes at typical dietary levels.