Low Sodium Potato Smiley Faces
Bring joy to your plate with these Low Sodium Potato Smiley Faces—an irresistible, family-friendly snack that's as fun to make as it is delicious to eat! Made with a simple mix of fluffy russet potatoes, aromatic spices like garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika, and a touch of olive oil for crispiness, these baked potato treats keep sodium levels in check while delivering big flavor. Perfect as a healthy alternative to store-bought snacks, this recipe swaps frying for baking, ensuring a golden, crispy exterior without excess grease. Kids and adults alike will love these adorable potato faces, and with just 20 minutes of prep time, they’re easy to whip up. Serve them as a playful side dish, lunchbox treat, or party appetizer, and enjoy smiles all around!
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Ingredients
- 3 large Russet potatoes
- 3 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Paprika
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
Directions
Step 1
Peel the russet potatoes and cut them into large chunks.
Step 2
Place the potato chunks in a pot of boiling water and cook until tender, about 15 minutes.
Step 3
Drain the potatoes and mash them in a large bowl until smooth and free of lumps.
Step 4
Add cornstarch, all-purpose flour, ground black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and paprika to the mashed potatoes. Mix until ingredients are well combined and a dough forms.
Step 5
Spread a little flour on a clean surface and roll out the potato dough to about 1/2 inch thickness.
Step 6
Use a round cookie cutter to cut out circles from the dough. Use a drinking straw to make two eyes, and a small scoop or spoon to carve a smile on each potato circle to create the smiley face.
Step 7
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Step 8
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly grease it with a small amount of olive oil.
Step 9
Place the potato smiley faces on the prepared baking sheet and brush the tops lightly with olive oil.
Step 10
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy on the outside.
Step 11
Let the potato smiley faces cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (971.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1285.6 |
| Total Fat 28.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 130.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 234.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 17.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 10.5g | |
| Protein 28.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 151.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 5110.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories