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Mini Loaded Baked Potato Bites

Mini Loaded Baked Potato Bites: Your New Favorite Comfort Snack

Mini Loaded Baked Potato Bites are a deliciously customizable snack, perfect for gatherings and make-ahead convenience.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 bites
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Potatoes
  • 1 pound Small Red or Yellow Potatoes
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Pepper Fresh ground is best
Filling
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Use dairy-free for vegan option
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt is a healthier substitute
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Sharp cheddar recommended
  • 1/2 cup Crumble Bacon Can use turkey bacon or omit for vegetarian version
  • 2 tablespoons Chives or Scallions Green onions as an alternative
Customization
  • 1/4 cup Diced Jalapeños For a spicy kick
  • 1/2 cup Pepper Jack Cheese For a cheesier version
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika For smoky flavor

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • aluminum foil
  • mixing bowl
  • Potato masher

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  2. Wash and dry the small potatoes, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with kosher salt.
  3. Roast the potatoes in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes until fork-tender and golden.
  4. Cut off the tops of the potatoes and scoop out the insides, saving the flesh for the filling.
  5. Combine the scooped potato with butter, sour cream, cheddar cheese, bacon, and chives in a bowl.
  6. Fill the potato skins with the creamy mixture and arrange them on the baking sheet.
  7. Bake the filled potatoes for an additional 15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Garnish with extra chives, flaky salt, and ground pepper before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These bites can be assembled up to three days in advance and stored in the fridge until ready to bake.

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