Loaded Baked Potato Bites
by Masterbuilt
Ingredients
- 1 pound baking potatoes (about 2 large)
- 1 gallon cooking oil
- 1 1/4 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- tablespoon chopped fresh chives
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 eggs, lightly beaten
- 1/2 cup milk
- Sour cream and chives (optional)
Directions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Place potatoes directly on oven rack and bake for 1 hour or until tender. Let cool slightly and mash. You can leave the skin on or off — your preference. If you leave the skin on, make sure you mash into small pieces.
- Fill deep fryer halfway with oil and heat to 350°F.
- In a large bowl, combine potatoes, cheese, bacon, chives and salt, mixing well. Shape into 1 1/2-inch balls.
- In a large bowl, combine flour and baking powder. Stir in eggs and milk, mixing well. Dip potatoes in egg mixture and fry in batches for 5 to 6 minutes or until golden brown. Use a metal slotted spoon to transfer to paper towels to drain. Serve immediately with sour cream and chives, if using.
