A Perfect Party Appetizer
Mini Baked Potato Bites with Bleu Cheese and Horseradish
Equipment
- Normal Kitchen Utensils
- Piping Bag or Stuffing Syringe (Optional) but Convenient
Ingredients
- 1 Lb Baby Potatoes (1-1.5 Inches In Diameter) Roughly 24 Total
- 2 Oz. Cream Cheese Softened to Room Temperature
- 1/4 C Sour Cream
- 2 Tbsp Crumbled Bleu or Gorgonzola Cheese Plus More for Garnish
- 1-2 tsp Prepared Horseradish To Taste
- 1 Tbsp Butter Melted
- 1-2 Dashes Worcestershire Sauce
- Olive Oil for Baking
- Salt and Pepper to Taste
- Chopped Chives or Parsley as (Optional) Garnishes
Instructions
- Add the potatoes to a pot and cover with an inch of water. Add salt (2 tsp table salt per quart of water) and bring to a boil over high heat.1 Lb Baby Potatoes (1-1.5 Inches In Diameter)
- Once the water is boiling, reduce the heat to medium and continue to boil for 10-12 minutes, until the potatoes are fork tender.
- While the potatoes boil, you can work on the filling. Combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, horseradish, 2 Tbsp Bleu (or Gorgonzola) cheese, horseradish, and Worcestershire sauce in a bowl. Mix thoroughly and season with salt and pepper to taste. Note: if you can, I highly recommend making the filling the night before and sticking it in the refrigerator to let the flavors marry overnight. If you do this, bring it out an hour before cooking to let it warm to room temperature.2 Oz. Cream Cheese, 1/4 C Sour Cream, 2 Tbsp Crumbled Bleu or Gorgonzola Cheese, 1-2 tsp Prepared Horseradish, 1-2 Dashes Worcestershire Sauce, Salt and Pepper to Taste
- Set this mixture aside (do not refrigerate it at this point, because you want it room temperature).
- Once the potatoes are boiled, cut the heat, drain the potatoes and give them a minute to steam off excess water.
- Preheat your oven to 425 degrees F.
- Toss the potatoes with just enough olive oil to coat, along with 2-3 heavy pinches each of salt and pepper (just to get the outsides seasoned).Olive Oil for Baking
- Add the potatoes to a baking sheet or pan and bake for roughly 15 minutes, at 425 degrees F, to get the skins crispy and golden.
- Once baked, remove the potatoes from the oven and let them cool a few minutes, until they are cool enough to handle.
- To stuff the potatoes, cut a lengthwise slit in the top of the potato, being careful not to slice them fully in half. With your fingers, press both ends of the potatoes together to force the slit open (basically as you would do with a full-sized baked potato).No need to pull out any insides, just make sure you don't break the potatoes in half.
- Once all the potatoes are opened, drizzle a little bit of the melted butter inside each potato.1 Tbsp Butter
- It is easiest if you have a piping bag or stuffing syringe to add the filling to. I often just add it to a plastic baggy and cut one of the corners off the baggy (makeshift piping bag). If you're in a pinch, you can simply add dollops using a small spoon.
- However you want to do it, squeeze or spoon some of the filling into each potato, both filling the inside of the potato, and letting some of the filling rest on top.
- To garnish, add a single crumble of bleu cheese on top of the filling of each potato. You can also top with a few cracks of black pepper and/or some (optional) chopped parsley or chives.Chopped Chives or Parsley as (Optional) Garnishes
- Enjoy warm!
These Mini Baked Potato Bites are Next Level
Have you ever wanted to miniaturize a baked potato? Or maybe you’ve had a craving for a baked potato and something mini at the same time? That’s exactly why I love these mini baked potato bites! They’re bite-sized versions of a decadent baked potato – crispy, creamy, and packed with flavor. Plus, they make the perfect appetizer or hors d’oeuvre for any gathering.
The real secret here is how we cook them. We start by boiling the potatoes in salted water until they’re fork-tender. This keeps the inside soft and creamy. If you’ve ever just baked baby potatoes straight in the oven, you know they can turn out dry and tough. Boiling first ensures every bite is tender all the way through.
Then we bake them at 425°F for about 15 minutes. This gives them that amazing crispy skin we all love in a baked potato. If you’re short on time and don’t want to boil, you can bake them at 400°F for about 40-45 minutes. Just know they won’t be quite as creamy on the inside!
Perfect for Parties and Gatherings
These mini baked potato bites are a real crowd-pleaser. They’re small enough to pop in your mouth in one bite but still packed with creamy, tangy flavor. The filling is made with sour cream, cream cheese, crumbled bleu cheese, and a touch of horseradish for a zingy kick.
I like to pipe the filling into each little potato, then top with a little more Bleu cheese or chopped chives if I’m feeling fancy. They’re perfect as an appetizer at parties or as a fun addition to a dinner spread. If you’re hosting a holiday get-together or just a cozy evening in, these bites are sure to be a hit.
More Ideas for Stuffed Mini Treats
Want another mini treat to try? Check out my spreadable shrimp salad recipe. It’s another dish with a mini ingredient that’s perfect for sharing. Or, if you’re looking for more ideas to stuff inside these baby potatoes, my crack dip recipe would be an amazing alternative filling.
I love how versatile these mini baked potato bites are. You can mix up the fillings to match whatever you’re in the mood for – think classic sour cream and chive, or maybe spicy jalapeño and cheddar. The possibilities are endless!
So next time you’re craving something comforting and fun, give these mini baked potato bites a try. They’re easy to make, easy to eat, and guaranteed to impress your friends and family.
Let me know how they turn out in the comments – and what other fillings you’d like to try!
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