Description
Crispy golden cheesy potato bites deliver irresistible comfort straight from your kitchen’s heart. Packed with melted cheese and savory seasonings, these appetizers promise to spark instant delight for snack enthusiasts craving pure deliciousness.
Ingredients
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Cheesy Potato Bites
Dairy:
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- Sour cream (optional)
Primary Ingredients:
- 3 large eggs
- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- ¼ cup fresh chives, finely chopped
Seasonings:
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Additional fresh chives for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by warming it to 400°F (200°C) and generously coat a 24-cup mini muffin tin with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- In a spacious mixing vessel, thoroughly combine velvety mashed potatoes with whisked eggs, creating a smooth base for the savory bites.
- Fold in the majority of Monterey Jack cheese and freshly snipped chives, seasoning with salt and pepper to enhance the flavor profile.
- Carefully distribute the potato mixture into each muffin cavity, filling them nearly to the brim to ensure a plump, rounded appearance.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheese across the top of each potato-filled cup, creating a delicate cheese crown.
- Transfer the tin to the heated oven and bake until the edges turn a crisp golden brown and the centers become perfectly set, approximately 15-20 minutes.
- Allow the potato bites to rest and slightly cool for 5 minutes, helping them firm up and become easier to remove.
- Gently extract each bite using a butter knife, taking care not to break the delicate edges.
- Present the warm potato bites immediately, optionally garnishing with additional chives and a dollop of creamy sour cream for an extra touch of indulgence.
Notes
- Prep these bite-sized snacks ahead of time for quick party appetizers or game day treats.
- Ensure mashed potatoes are at room temperature to help ingredients blend smoothly and prevent lumpy texture.
- Grate cheese fresh for maximum melting potential and richer flavor compared to pre-shredded varieties.
- Use a cookie scoop or small ice cream scoop for uniform, perfectly portioned potato bites.
- Let potato bites rest briefly after baking to help them set and make removal easier without breaking.
- Experiment with different cheese types like cheddar or gouda for unique flavor variations.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg