Mashed Potato Volcanoes
Transform your dinner table into a scene of playful indulgence with these irresistible Mashed Potato Volcanoes! This fun and flavorful recipe elevates classic mashed potatoes into edible works of art, featuring buttery, creamy spuds shaped into volcanoes and topped with molten cheddar cheese "lava" and crispy bacon bits. The crowning touch is a savory gravy that flows down the sides, mimicking erupting lava, while a sprinkling of fresh green onions adds a burst of color and freshness. Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe is as easy as it is delightful, making it perfect for family meals or a creative side dish at your next gathering. Serve these loaded mashed potato volcanoes and watch them erupt with excitement at the table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Russet potatoes
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup Cooked bacon bits
- 2 tablespoons Green onions (sliced)
- 1 cup Prepared gravy
Instructions
Peel the potatoes and cut them into even-sized chunks. Place them in a large pot and cover with cold water.
Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the water and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook until the potatoes are fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add the butter, heavy cream, garlic powder, black pepper, and an additional pinch of salt. Mash until smooth and creamy.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Scoop the mashed potatoes into 4 equal portions and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Use a spoon to shape each portion into a volcano shape, leaving a crater in the center of each mound.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over each volcano. Press a small amount of bacon bits into the cheese for extra flavor.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
While the volcanoes are baking, heat the gravy on the stovetop or microwave until warm.
Carefully remove the mashed potato volcanoes from the oven and transfer them to serving plates. Spoon warm gravy into the crater of each volcano to simulate lava.
Garnish with sliced green onions and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3144 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 179.7 g | 230% | |
| Saturated Fat | 94.3 g | 472% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 449 mg | 150% | |
| Sodium | 6203 mg | 270% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 285.9 g | 104% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.7 g | 78% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.6 g | ||
| Protein | 108.7 g | 217% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1042 mg | 80% | |
| Iron | 16.7 mg | 93% | |
| Potassium | 7432 mg | 158% | |
*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.
