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Crispy Loaded Hasselback Potato Bites

Crispy Loaded Hasselback Potato Bites
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Crispy Loaded Hasselback Potato Bites offer the perfect balance of golden crispiness, melty cheese, and savory bacon, creating a deliciously irresistible snack. Ideal for game days, parties, or casual dinners, these flavorful bites combine crispy potato edges with creamy cheddar and smoky bacon, garnished with fresh herbs for a bright finish.

Ingredients

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Potatoes and Base

  • 4 medium-sized Yukon Gold potatoes
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Toppings

  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup crispy bacon bits
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chives or green onions, chopped

Instructions

  1. Prep the potatoes: Start by washing and drying your potatoes thoroughly. Using a sharp knife, make thin, even cuts almost all the way through each potato—keeping the base intact so the potato holds together.
  2. Season and oil: Brush each potato generously with melted butter and olive oil, then sprinkle with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Make sure the seasoning seeps into each cut for maximum flavor.
  3. Bake the potatoes: Place the potatoes on a baking tray and bake in a preheated oven at 425°F (220°C) for about 30 minutes, or until they begin to soften and turn golden.
  4. Stuff with toppings: Gently pry apart the slices and stuff them with shredded cheddar cheese and crispy bacon bits, pushing the fillings into the cuts as deeply as possible.
  5. Final bake for melting cheese: Return the potatoes to the oven and bake for another 10-15 minutes until the cheese melts beautifully and the edges become extra crispy.
  6. Garnish and serve: Finish with a sprinkle of fresh chives or green onions for a burst of color and mild onion flavor—then dig in!

Notes

  • Choose starchy potatoes like Yukon Gold for best crispiness and texture.
  • Use a sharp knife to ensure thin, even slices for optimal crisping and filling.
  • Generously apply butter and olive oil to achieve a golden crust.
  • Avoid overstuffing to maintain the crisp texture of the potato edges.
  • Bake patiently until golden to get tender insides without burning.

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