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Cheesy Crispy Baked Potato Bites

Cheesy crispy baked potato bites are boiled until tender, flattened, and baked at high heat until deeply golden and crisp around the edges. Sharp cheddar melts over the top for a crunchy, cheesy potato side.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 49 minutes
Resting 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 4 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 230
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lb potatoes baby Yukon Gold
  • 8 cup water
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded, sharp

Equipment

  • 1 large rimmed baking sheet

Method
 

  1. Heat the oven to 450°F.
  2. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Put the potatoes in a 5- to 6-quart pot and add the water.
  4. Bring the water to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, until a knife slides easily into the largest potato.
  5. Drain the potatoes well and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between them.
  6. Use the bottom of a glass or measuring cup to gently flatten each potato to about 1/2 inch thick.
  7. Brush the potatoes with the olive oil.
  8. Sprinkle the salt, pepper, and garlic powder evenly over the potatoes.
  9. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until the potatoes are deeply golden and crisp around the edges.
  10. Sprinkle the cheddar over the potatoes.
  11. Bake for 3 to 5 minutes, until the cheese is melted.
  12. Let the potato bites rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

For crisp edges, leave space between the potatoes on the baking sheet. Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days; freezing is not recommended because the potatoes can turn mealy. For a dairy-free option, use plant-based shredded cheddar.