Description
Twice Baked Potato Bites are a delicious, bite-sized appetizer made from baby potatoes filled with a creamy, cheesy mashed potato mixture and baked until golden and crispy.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 pounds baby potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
- 2 tablespoons chopped chives
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash and dry the baby potatoes, then toss with olive oil and place on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until tender. Let cool slightly.
- Cut each potato in half and carefully scoop out most of the insides into a mixing bowl, leaving a small shell.
- Mash the scooped potato with sour cream, cheese, bacon, chives, butter, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
- Spoon or pipe the mixture back into the potato shells.
- Return to the oven and bake for another 10-15 minutes or until tops are golden brown.
- Garnish with extra chives and serve warm.
Notes
- Use a piping bag for a cleaner presentation.
- Can be made ahead and reheated before serving.
- Try swapping bacon for diced ham or leave out for a vegetarian option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 bites
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg