Bite-sized loaded baked potato appetizers filled with creamy mashed potatoes, cheese, and bacon. Easy to make, customizable, and perfect for entertaining!
Ingredients
24ouncesbaby golden potatoes
2Tablespoonsolive oil
1teaspoonsalt
4Tablespoonsbuttermelted
¼cupsour cream
½cupbaconcooked and crumbled
¾cupshredded cheddar cheese
2Tablespoonschopped chives
1Tablespoonfinely chopped fresh dill
Optional Toppings
sour cream
chopped chives
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400° F.
Roll the potatoes in the olive oil and salt on a baking sheet. Make sure each potato is well-coated. Bake for 35 minutes.
Once baked, allow the potatoes to cool for 10-15 minutes.
Cut off the top half of each potato and use a small spoon to scoop out the inside. Add the tops and middle of the potatoes to a large mixing bowl.
Place the melted butter, sour cream, bacon, and shredded cheese in the mixing bowl and combine. Be sure to mash the softened potatoes as you mix.
Add 1-2 tablespoons of potato filling to each potato.
Roast the loaded potatoes for 10 additional minutes.
If desired, top the finished potatoes with a dollop of sour cream and additional chives. Serve immediately and enjoy!