Smashed Green Onion Potato Bombs Recipe
Crispy, cheesy, and packed with green onion flavor, these smashed potato bombs are the perfect side or snack for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Oven Baked
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ lb baby potatoes (about 15–20)
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 3 Tbsp butter, melted
- 3 Tbsp sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 2–3 green onions, finely sliced
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese (or mix)
- Optional: pinch of garlic powder or paprika
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Boil potatoes in salted water for 10–12 minutes until just tender.
3. Drain, dry, and smash each potato on the baking sheet.
4. Brush with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and optional spices.
5. Bake for 20 minutes until crisp on edges.
6. Mix melted butter, sour cream, and half the green onions.
7. Top each potato with the cream mixture and cheddar cheese.
8. Bake 5–7 more minutes until cheese is melted.
9. Sprinkle with remaining green onions and serve warm.
Notes
- Use baby gold or red potatoes for best texture.
- Sub Greek yogurt for a tangier version.
- Make-ahead tip: Boil and smash potatoes in advance, refrigerate before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5–6 potato bombs
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
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