Description
Creamy, cheesy, and crispy, these loaded potato bites are a perfect appetizer or side dish that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes
- 1/4 cup butter
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chives or green onions, chopped
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- Boil the potatoes: Peel and dice your potatoes, then boil them in salted water until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Mash it up: Drain the potatoes and mash them until smooth. Add butter and cream cheese. Make sure to blend thoroughly; no lumps allowed!
- Mix in flavors: Fold in shredded cheese, chives, salt, and pepper until everything is well combined.
- Chill the mixture: Pop the bowl in the fridge for about 20 minutes; this helps them hold their shape when frying.
- Shape into bites: Use your hands to form small balls or patties of the potato mixture.
- Coat and cook: Roll each bite in panko, then fry in hot oil for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Alternatively, you can bake them at 400°F for about 20-25 minutes.
- Serve hot: Plate them up and get ready for compliments!
Notes
These bites are great with dips like ranch dressing or marinara. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 bites
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: potato bites, loaded potatoes, appetizers, finger food, comfort food