Shredded Potato Baskets with Cheese and Bacon 5fix
Turn your next brunch or appetizer menu into an unforgettable experience with these irresistible Shredded Potato Baskets with Cheese and Bacon. Featuring crispy shredded russet potatoes baked to golden perfection, these bite-sized delights are filled with melty cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon for a burst of smoky, savory flavor in every bite. Each potato basket is perfectly seasoned with a touch of salt and pepper, then baked in a muffin tin to achieve a flawless cup shape that’s both crunchy and satisfying. Ready in just 40 minutes with only five simple ingredients, this crowd-pleasing recipe is ideal for busy days when you need a quick, gluten-free snack or breakfast option. Serve these cheesy potato baskets hot for the ultimate comfort food treat that everyone will love!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 large Russet potatoes
- 1 cup (shredded) Cheddar cheese
- 4 slices (crumbled) Cooked bacon
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a standard 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray or a small amount of oil to prevent sticking.
Peel the potatoes and shred them using a box grater or food processor. Transfer the shredded potatoes to a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out as much excess water as possible.
In a large bowl, combine the shredded potatoes, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly to ensure even seasoning.
Scoop about 2 tablespoons of the potato mixture into each muffin cup, pressing it firmly into the bottom and up the sides to create a basket shape.
Bake the potato baskets in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until the edges start turning golden brown. Remove from the oven.
Sprinkle each basket with shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon, dividing them evenly among the baskets.
Return the muffin tin to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the potatoes are crisp.
Let the baskets cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then carefully use a butter knife to release them from the cups.
Serve warm and enjoy your cheesy, crispy shredded potato baskets with bacon!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1498 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.3 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.7 g | 114% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 126 mg | 42% | |
| Sodium | 3966 mg | 172% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 213.1 g | 77% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.9 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.4 g | ||
| Protein | 60.6 g | 121% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 615 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 11.0 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 5545 mg | 118% | |
*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.
