Potatoes are a true culinary chameleon and blank palette. This appetizer recipe showcases their ability to shine in bite-sized delights. Whether you’re a fan of the crispy skins, cheesy croquettes, and other mouthwatering eats, these loaded baked potato bites are sure to elevate any occasion with their delectable flavors. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to make one of the most delicious appetizers you’ll make that will leave your friends and family craving for more.
These deliciously tasty bites are loaded with flavor. If you love a good loaded baked potato, these bites have it all. Cheddar cheese, sour cream, crispy bacon, and green onions round out this recipe and provide a true fan favorite. Grab a sheet pan, a couple potatoes and your friends won’t be disappointed. If your team doesn’t win, your menu sure will.
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Topping options to consider:
The fun part of loaded baked potatoes is experimenting with toppings. An appetizer bite is no different. Here are some classic and creative options to try next time:
- Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- Sour Cream
- Crumbled Bacon or Bacon Bits
- Chopped Green Onions or Chives
- Sautéed Mushrooms
- Steamed Broccoli
- Diced Tomatoes
- Sliced Jalapeños
- Guacamole or Sliced Avocado
- Greek Yogurt (as a healthier alternative to sour cream)
- Grilled Chicken or Steak Strips
- Chili Con Carne
For those following plant-based diets and other dietary restrictions, loaded baked potato bites can be just as delicious with:
- Use vegan cheese or nutritional yeast for a cheesy flavor.
- Replace sour cream with dairy-free alternatives like coconut yogurt or cashew cream.
- Load up with veggies like sautéed spinach, roasted red peppers, grilled corn, finely chopped broccoli or a salsa of your choice.
These are as easy as Easy Game Day Sheet Pan Chicken Nachos. Both are great party foods you can whip up in no time.
Loaded Baked Potato Bites
Equipment
- 1 sheetpan
- Aluminum Foil
- nonstick skillet
Ingredients
- 1-3 Large Baking Russet Potatoes sliced into ½ inch round pieces
- 6 pieces of bacon diced
- 1/8 cup bacon grease or olive oil
- 2 cups Cheddar Jack or a favorite melting cheese
- ½ cup Chopped Green Onion
- Kosher Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Wash potatoes and slice into ½ inch pieces. Place them all into a large bowl, covering them in cold water for at least an hour to remove some of the starch.
- Dice bacon and fry until crispy. Drain on a paper towel and reserve bacon grease.
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees, and cover a sheet pan with aluminum foil.
- Drain potatoes and completely pat dry. Spray the sheet pan with non-stick cooking spray and line it with a single layer of dry potatoes.
- Brush each side of the potatoes with bacon grease and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Bake for 25 minutes, flip, and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
- Remove from oven, top with cheese, bacon bits, and green onions, return to the oven for 5 minutes and remove.
- Turn oven to broil and return to oven until cheese tops have turned a golden brown.
- Serve on a platter immediately with your favorite dipping sauces, such as ranch or sour cream.
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