Instant Party Potatoes
Get ready to elevate your side dish game with these creamy, cheesy Instant Party Potatoes! Perfect for feeding a crowd, this recipe combines fluffy mashed russet potatoes with tangy cream cheese, rich sour cream, and a hint of garlic and onion for a flavor-packed twist on classic comfort food. Topped with a golden, melty cheddar cheese crust and optional scallion garnish, these oven-baked potatoes are as visually enticing as they are delicious. With only 20 minutes of prep time and simple ingredients, this make-ahead-friendly recipe is ideal for holidays, potlucks, or any gathering, ensuring you’ll impress your guests with minimal effort. Whether as a cozy side dish or the star of your dinner spread, these Instant Party Potatoes will have everyone coming back for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 5 large russet potatoes
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 stalks scallions (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel and dice the russet potatoes into 1-inch chunks. Place them into a large pot of salted water and bring to a boil.
Cook the potatoes for 15-20 minutes, or until they are fork-tender. Drain the water and return the potatoes to the pot.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Mash the potatoes using a potato masher or hand mixer until smooth.
Add the cream cheese, sour cream, butter, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to the mashed potatoes. Stir until well combined and creamy.
Mix in 1 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese, reserving 0.5 cup for the topping.
Transfer the potato mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish and spread evenly.
Sprinkle the remaining 0.5 cup of cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped scallions, if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3815 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 226.5 g | 290% | |
| Saturated Fat | 140.7 g | 703% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 650 mg | 217% | |
| Sodium | 4540 mg | 197% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 370.4 g | 135% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.7 g | 99% | |
| Total Sugars | 42.1 g | ||
| Protein | 109.2 g | 218% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2007 mg | 154% | |
| Iron | 18.5 mg | 103% | |
| Potassium | 8838 mg | 188% | |
*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.
