Crispy Mini Baked Potatoes Recipe – Easy Party Appetizer
Golden, crunchy, and perfectly bite-sized, these crispy mini baked potatoes are the ultimate party appetizer. They pair beautifully with dips, spreads, and toppings, making them as customizable as they are delicious.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds baby potatoes (red or yellow varieties)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher or sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika (smoked or sweet)
- Optional toppings: sour cream, chives, shredded cheese, crumbled bacon, fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Add the baby potatoes to a large pot of salted water. Bring to a boil and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender. Drain and let cool slightly.
- In a large mixing bowl, toss the cooked potatoes with olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Make sure each potato is evenly coated.
- Place the potatoes on the prepared baking sheet. Using a potato masher or the bottom of a glass, gently press each potato until it’s slightly flattened but still intact.
- Roast the potatoes in the oven for 20 minutes. Flip each potato using tongs, and bake for another 15-20 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
- Remove the potatoes from the oven and let them cool slightly. Top with sour cream, chives, shredded cheese, or crumbled bacon as desired.
Notes
[‘Boiling the potatoes first ensures they’re tender on the inside while still getting crispy on the outside.’, ‘Let the potatoes cool before smashing to prevent them from falling apart.’, ‘Don’t skimp on the olive oil—it’s key to achieving that crispy exterior.’, ‘Space the potatoes out on the baking sheet to allow proper crisping.’, ‘Check the potatoes during the final minutes of baking to avoid over-browning.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6-7 potato halves pe
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 5
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Carbohydrates: 22
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 2
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