Heart-Healthy Potato Smiley Faces
Add a playful and nutritious twist to snack time with these Heart-Healthy Potato Smiley Faces! Made with real mashed potatoes, whole wheat flour, and a dash of olive oil, these baked smiley faces are a wholesome alternative to the classic fried version. Seasoned with garlic powder, paprika, and a touch of salt and pepper, they deliver a savory, satisfying crunch without compromising your heart health. Perfect for kids and adults alike, these adorable treats are easy to prepare in under an hour, making them a great choice for busy weeknights or fun gatherings. Serve them warm as a guilt-free snack or pair them with your favorite dipping sauce for a deliciously healthy side dish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 large Potatoes
- 0.5 cup Whole wheat flour
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Paprika
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Peel and chop the potatoes into cubes and place them in a large pot of water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook for 10 minutes or until tender. Drain the potatoes well and let them cool slightly.
Mash the potatoes using a potato masher or fork until smooth without any lumps. Make sure there is no excess water in the mash.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, whole wheat flour, olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Mix well to form a soft dough.
Dust a clean surface with a little whole wheat flour and roll out the dough to about 1/2-inch thickness.
Use a round cookie cutter or a glass to cut out circles from the dough. Use a straw to poke two eyes and a spoon to carve a smile in each circle to create the smiley face.
Place the smiley faces on the prepared baking sheet. Lightly brush or spray with a bit more olive oil to help them crisp up in the oven.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and crisp around the edges.
Remove from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before serving.
Serve warm as a delightful and healthy snack or side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1299 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.3 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.9 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1275 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 235.3 g | 86% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.5 g | 98% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.0 g | ||
| Protein | 30.9 g | 62% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 160 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 12.4 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 5084 mg | 108% | |
*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.
