Description

These Loaded Potato Cups are a delightful appetizer or snack featuring crispy potato cups filled with gooey cheddar cheese, savory bacon, tangy sour cream, and fresh green onions. They are perfect for parties or as a tasty brunch option.

Ingredients

Potato Cups:

3 large russet potatoes
1 tbsp olive oil
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper

Additional Ingredients:

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
½ cup cooked bacon (crumbled)
¼ cup sour cream
2 tbsp chopped green onions
Optional: butter or garlic powder for extra flavor

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Instructions

Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a muffin tin.
Prepare potatoes: Peel and cut the potatoes into small cubes. Toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Fill muffin cups: Divide the potato cubes among the muffin cups, pressing them down gently. Bake for 25–30 minutes until soft.
Add toppings: Sprinkle each cup with cheddar cheese and bacon. Bake for another 5–7 minutes until cheese melts.
Serve: Cool slightly, remove from tin, top with sour cream and green onions. Serve warm.

Notes

You can prep the potato cubes in advance and refrigerate until ready to bake.
Try different toppings like diced ham or jalapeños for variation.
These make a great party appetizer or brunch option.