Description
Loaded Smashed Potatoes are crispy baby potatoes topped with cheddar cheese, sour cream, and green onions—an irresistible, savory side dish perfect for parties, dinners, or game day.
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds baby potatoes (red or Yukon gold)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- Optional: chopped fresh parsley or chives for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Boil potatoes in salted water for 15–20 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and cool slightly.
- Place potatoes on baking sheet and gently flatten each with a glass or masher.
- Brush with olive oil or melted butter. Sprinkle with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until crispy and golden.
- Remove from oven, top with cheese.
- Return to oven for 2–3 minutes to melt cheese.
- Cool slightly. Add sour cream, green onions, and optional herbs before serving.
Notes
- Don’t overcrowd the baking sheet to ensure crispiness.
- Boil and smash potatoes ahead of time for faster prep later.
- Use parchment paper for easier cleanup.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
