Loaded Smashed Potatoes
It’s that time of year for all the gameday snacks and I think I have your new favorite. These Loaded Smashed Potatoes are not only so simple to make but will easily be a crowd pleaser. I mean who doesn’t love the combination of potato, cheese, bacon and green onion.
It’s time for all the Gameday snacks and that means all the bite sized deliciousness! These Loaded Smashed Potatoes are made with just a few simple ingredients and are something that everyone will love! Not only can you serve these for an appetizer but they can also be used as a side dish too. The key to making a good smashed potato is to boil the potato before smashing them! You want them to become fork tender before smashing on a parchment lined baking sheet.
What you need for Loaded Smashed Potatoes:
- Mini Red Potatoes
- Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese
- Bacon
- Green Onion
- Avocado oil spray
- Sea salt
- Pepper
- Garlic powder
- Ranch dressing
How to make these potatoes:
- Start by filling up a pot of water.
- Add the red potatoes to a pot of boiling water. Boil for 12-15 minutes until the potatoes are fork tender.
- Place potatoes on a parchment lined baking sheet.
- Using a small jar or glass, smash the potatoes.
- Top with avocado oil spray, sea salt, pepper and garlic powder to coat.
- Place in the oven to bake for 15 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and top with shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon. Place back in the oven for 3-5 minutes until the cheese has melted.
- Top with fresh green onion. Serve with ranch dressing.
- Enjoy!
How to store your loaded smashed potatoes:
These potatoes are going to be best to enjoy just after making them. If you have leftovers, I recommend storing in a sealed container in the fridge. I like using these!
If you want to switch up these potatoes, try doing this:
- Use a different shredded cheese on top!
- Try your favorite dipping sauce to pair with the potatoes.
Recipe tip:
These get extra crispy when you leave them in a bowl of ice water for an hour before boiling but it does take extra time! If you have the time, I’d recommend poking holes in the potatoes and leaving in a bowl of ice water for an hour before boiling.
If you like this recipe, you may also enjoy these on One Balanced Life:
- Baked Buffalo Cauliflower
- Buffalo Chicken Sweet Peppers
- Pesto Flatbread
- Buffalo Chicken Spaghetti Squash
FAQs
Can I use a different potato?
I’ve only made these with red potatoes! I would guess that mini yukon potatoes would work well too!
Can these be reheated?
Yes! If you want to reheat, I recommend the air fryer or the microwave will also work.
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Loaded Smashed Potatoes
These Loaded Smashed Potatoes make for a simple, delicious snack that's perfect for a gameday appetizer or side dish. Definitely a crowd pleaser!
Ingredients
- 14 mini red potatoes
- 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup green onion
- 1/2 cup bacon, crumbled
- Avocado oil spray
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Boil red potatoes for 12-15 minutes until they are fork tender.
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
- Cook bacon according to package. Chop into small pieces.
- Spread red potatoes on a parchment lined baking sheet. Using a glass or mason jar, smash each potato.
- Top with avocado oil spray, sea salt, pepper and garlic powder.
- Place in the oven to bake for 15 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and top with shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon.
- Place back in the oven for 3-5 minutes until cheese has melted.
- Top with green onion.
- Serve with ranch for dipping.
- Enjoy!
Notes
These get extra crispy when you leave them in a bowl of ice water for an hour before boiling but it does take extra time! If you have the time, I'd recommend poking holes in the potatoes and leaving in a bowl of ice water for an hour before boiling.
