Description
These crispy, cheesy Loaded Mashed Potato Bites are a delicious and easy recipe made from creamy mashed potatoes, savory bacon, and melted cheddar cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/3 cup chopped cooked bacon
- 1/4 cup chopped chives or green onions
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- Cooking spray or melted butter
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine mashed potatoes, cheddar cheese, bacon, chives or green onions, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly.
- Stir in the lightly beaten egg to help bind the mixture.
- Chill the mixture for 20–30 minutes for easier handling.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) or air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Grease a mini muffin tin or silicone mold.
- Scoop the mixture into each muffin cup. Optionally, roll in breadcrumbs before placing.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes or air fry for 10–12 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Let cool slightly, then gently remove and serve with dipping sauces.
Notes
- Ideal for quick breakfast cravings.
- Great as easy dinner sides.
- Perfect as a healthy snack option when portion-controlled.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking or Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg