Description
Loaded Smashed Potatoes are crispy, golden-baked baby potatoes topped with savory everything bagel seasoning, melted cheddar cheese, sour cream, and fresh green onions. This easy and delicious side dish combines tender boiled potatoes smashed flat and oven-baked to perfection for a crowd-pleasing treat.
Ingredients
Potatoes and Seasoning
- 1.5 lbs. baby potatoes
- 2 tsp salt (for boiling water)
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 Tbsp everything bagel seasoning
Toppings
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 2 green onions, sliced
Instructions
- Boil the Potatoes: Place the baby potatoes in a large pot and cover with water by one inch. Add 2 tsp salt to the water, cover with a lid, and bring to a boil over high heat. Boil for about 10 minutes, or until the potatoes are very tender when pierced with a fork.
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Oil Mixture: While the potatoes are boiling, preheat your oven to 425ºF and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. In a small bowl, combine olive oil and everything bagel seasoning.
- Drain and Smash Potatoes: Drain the boiled potatoes and let them cool slightly. Transfer them to the prepared baking sheet. Using a heavy-bottomed glass or potato masher, gently smash each potato until it is relatively flat but still holds together.
- Brush with Seasoned Oil: Brush the surface of each smashed potato with the olive oil and everything bagel seasoning mixture, ensuring even coverage for flavor and crispiness.
- Bake Until Crispy: Bake the smashed potatoes in the preheated oven at 425ºF for about 30 minutes, or until the edges of the potatoes turn golden brown and crisp.
- Add Cheese and Melt: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the potatoes. Return to the oven for a few more minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Finish with Toppings: Remove the potatoes from the oven and top each with a small dollop of sour cream and sliced green onions. Serve immediately while warm and crispy.
Notes
- Choose firm baby potatoes of similar size for even cooking.
- Be careful not to smash the potatoes too thin to prevent falling apart during baking.
- Everything bagel seasoning adds a burst of savory flavor—feel free to substitute with garlic powder and sesame seeds if preferred.
- This recipe can be doubled or tripled for larger gatherings.
- For extra crispiness, broil the potatoes for 1-2 minutes after baking, watching carefully to avoid burning.
