Description
Twice Baked Potato Bites are the ultimate finger food, combining crispy potato skins with a rich, creamy filling of sharp cheddar cheese, tangy sour cream, and crispy bacon bits. Topped with fresh green onions, these delightful bites are perfect for game days, family gatherings, or any occasion that calls for comfort food. Easy to make and customizable, they promise to be a hit at your next gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium Russet potatoes
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
- 1/4 cup green onions (sliced)
- 1/2 cup bacon bits
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2. Wash and dry the Russet potatoes. Poke holes in each potato and bake for about 45 minutes until tender.
- 3. Allow the potatoes to cool slightly, then cut them in half lengthwise and scoop out the flesh into a mixing bowl.
- 4. Mix the scooped potato flesh with cheddar cheese, sour cream, green onions, bacon bits, salt, and pepper until creamy.
- 5. Spoon the mixture back into the potato skins, sprinkle with extra cheese if desired, and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg