Description
Potato lovers rejoice with these mouthwatering Loaded Potato Cups that pack classic comfort into perfect handheld bites. Crispy potato shells filled with melted cheese, bacon bits, and green onions deliver irresistible flavor in one delightful package you’ll want to savor again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 12 baby Yukon Gold or russet potatoes
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/3 cup (80 milliliters) salami, crumbled
Toppings and Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) olive oil
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1 green onion, chopped
Garnish:
- Sour cream, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400F (200C) and prepare a muffin tin for potato cups.
- Microwave potatoes for 5-8 minutes until completely tender, checking for soft texture.
- Carefully transfer cooked potatoes into muffin tin cavities, using a small container to gently press and create a hollow center.
- Drizzle olive oil over each potato cup, ensuring even coating, then generously season with salt and pepper.
- Bake potato cups for 5-7 minutes until edges turn golden and crispy.
- Remove from oven and immediately fill each cup with shredded cheese and thin salami slices.
- Return to oven and bake until cheese melts completely and becomes slightly bubbly.
- Finish potato cups with a generous dollop of cool sour cream on top.
- Garnish with freshly chopped green onions for added flavor and color.
- Serve hot and immediately to maintain crispy texture and melted cheese appeal.
Notes
- Swap out salami for vegetarian alternatives like mushrooms or bell peppers to create a meat-free version that’s just as delicious.
- Try different cheese varieties like sharp cheddar, gouda, or blue cheese to add unique flavor profiles and personalize the dish.
- Prepare potato cups ahead of time and reheat in the oven for a quick and convenient appetizer or snack that maintains its crispy texture.
- Use small red or yellow potatoes for bite-sized portions perfect for parties or gatherings, ensuring each cup is a perfect one-bite treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks, Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 115 kcal
- Sugar: 0.5 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 1.2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg