Do It Yourself Baby Potatoes Great Appetizers for the Holidays

Elevate your holiday entertaining with these irresistibly tasty "Do It Yourself Baby Potatoes," perfect as festive appetizers or crowd-pleasing snacks. This recipe features crispy roasted baby potatoes—seasoned to perfection with olive oil, salt, and a hint of garlic powder—transformed into delightful bite-sized treats. Each potato is loaded with a dollop of creamy sour cream, melted cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, and fresh chives, then garnished with a sprinkle of paprika for a warming holiday flair. With minimal prep time and simple ingredients, these appetizers are as easy to make as they are to enjoy. Whether you're hosting a family dinner or a holiday party, these bite-sized beauties are guaranteed to be the star of your spread. Perfectly portioned, customizable, and bursting with flavor, they’re a must-have addition to your holiday recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds baby potatoes
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
• 0.75 cup sour cream
• 0.5 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
• 0.25 cup bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 2 tablespoons chives, finely chopped
• 0.25 teaspoon paprika (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Thoroughly wash and scrub the baby potatoes. Dry them with a clean towel.

Step 3

In a large bowl, toss the potatoes with olive oil, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder (if using) until evenly coated.

Step 4

Arrange the potatoes on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes, flipping them halfway through cooking, until they are golden brown and tender when pierced with a fork.

Step 5

Remove the potatoes from the oven and allow them to cool slightly, about 5 minutes.

Step 6

Using a small knife, make a shallow incision across the top of each potato, creating a small opening to hold the toppings.

Step 7

Gently press the sides of each potato to open the tops slightly, forming a small 'pocket.'

Step 8

Fill each potato with a dollop of sour cream, then sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, and chopped chives.

Step 9

Lightly dust the potatoes with paprika for a festive finishing touch.

Step 10

Transfer the dressed potatoes to a serving platter and serve warm. Enjoy the compliments!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1011.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1670.1

Total Fat 106.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 47.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 215.0mg	0%
Sodium 3948.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 136.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.2g	0%
Total Sugars 16.2g
Protein 57.1g	0%

Vitamin D 12IU	0%
Calcium 743.6mg	0%
Iron 6.5mg	0%
Potassium 3310.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.4%

Protein: 13.2%

Carbs: 31.4%