Description

Inspired by leftover mashed potatoes, these incredible Loaded Mashed Potato Bites transform a simple side dish into a star appetizer or a fun weeknight meal. These easy, cheesy, and utterly irresistible potato bites quickly became a family favorite, perfect for playdates, game nights, or just because. They are simple, nourishing, and made with love, embodying comfort food in a convenient, dippable form that everyone from toddlers to adults will adore.

Ingredients

Leftover Mashed Potatoes: 4 cups
Shredded Cheddar Cheese: 1 cup (plus more for topping)
Cooked Bacon, crumbled: ½ cup
Green Onions, sliced: ¼ cup
Egg: 1 large
All-Purpose Flour: ¼ cup
Garlic Powder: ½ tsp
Salt: ¼ tsp
Black Pepper: ⅛ tsp
Olive Oil (for greasing): 1 tbsp

Instructions

1. 1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a mini muffin tin with olive oil.

2. 2. In a large bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, 1 cup shredded cheddar, crumbled bacon, green onions, egg, flour, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well until everything is thoroughly combined for your Loaded Mashed Potato Bites.

3. 3. Scoop about 1-2 tablespoons of the mixture into each mini muffin cup. Pack it down gently.

4. 4. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and these crispy bites are heated through.

5. 5. Remove from the oven, sprinkle a little extra cheese on top of each Loaded Mashed Potato Bite, and return to the oven for 2-3 minutes, just until the cheese melts.

6. 6. Let your Loaded Mashed Potato Bites cool in the muffin tin for a few minutes before removing. Serve warm.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 Loaded Mashed Potato Bite
Calories: 180 kcal
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 320mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 7g
Cholesterol: 45mg

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