Crispy Loaded Hasselback Potato Bites
Delightful crispy potato bites filled with cheese and bacon, perfect as a snack or side dish.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 4 medium-sized potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- to taste Salt and pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon bits
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 green onions, chopped
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Wash and scrub the potatoes. Cut thin slices into each potato, but do not cut all the way through—leave about 1/4 inch at the bottom.
- Place the potatoes on a baking sheet. Drizzle olive oil over them, making sure to get some between the slices.
- Sprinkle garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper all over the potatoes.
Baking
- Bake the potatoes in the oven for about 30-35 minutes, until they are crispy on the outside and tender inside.
- Remove the potatoes from the oven and carefully add shredded cheese and bacon bits between the slices.
- Put the potatoes back in the oven for another 5-10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serving
- Take them out of the oven and drizzle sour cream on top. Sprinkle with chopped green onions.
Notes
Make sure not to cut all the way through the potatoes to keep them intact. Feel free to adjust seasonings according to preference. For a vegetarian option, skip the bacon and use plant-based cheese.