Low Sodium Potato Smiley Faces
Delightfully playful and healthier than ever, these Low Sodium Potato Smiley Faces are a fun and heartwarming twist on a classic childhood favorite! Made with wholesome russet potatoes and seasoned with a savory blend of onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper, this recipe skips the salt without sacrificing flavor. Perfectly golden and crispy from the oven, these baked smiley faces are easy to whip up and a great choice for snacking or serving at family meals. The simple ingredients and minimal prep make this recipe an ideal option for health-conscious parents looking for a low-sodium treat that kids will adore. Serve these adorable bites with your favorite dips for a delightfully cheerful and tasty experience!
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Recipe Information
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
Instructions
Peel the russet potatoes and cut them into large chunks.
Place the potato chunks in a pot of boiling water and cook until tender, about 15 minutes.
Drain the potatoes and mash them in a large bowl until smooth and free of lumps.
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.
Spread a little flour on a clean surface and roll out the potato dough to about 1/2 inch thickness.
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.
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly grease it with a small amount of olive oil.
Place the potato smiley faces on the prepared baking sheet and brush the tops lightly with olive oil.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy on the outside.
Let the potato smiley faces cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1286 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.3 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 130 mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 234.2 g | 85% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.0 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.5 g | ||
| Protein | 28.2 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 151 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 11.9 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 5110 mg | 109% | |
*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.
