Jalapeño Popper Smashed Potatoes Recipe
Jalapeño Popper Smashed Potatoes combine crispy smashed potatoes with a creamy, spicy filling of cream cheese, cheddar, and jalapeños. Baked until golden and bubbly, this appetizer is perfect for game day or any casual gathering.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 1.5 pounds baby Yukon gold potatoes
Filling
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2–3 jalapeños, seeded and finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Boil potatoes: Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with salted water. Bring to a boil and cook until tender when pierced with a fork, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and let cool slightly.
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to prepare for baking the smashed potatoes.
- Smash potatoes: Arrange the potatoes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Using a potato masher or the bottom of a glass, gently press down each potato until it flattens but stays in one piece.
- Prepare jalapeño filling: In a bowl, mix together the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, chopped jalapeños, and green onions (if using). Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Top potatoes: Spoon or spread a generous amount of the jalapeño popper filling evenly over each smashed potato.
- Bake until crispy: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are crispy on the edges and the cheese filling is melted and golden.
- Serve warm: Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving as a flavorful appetizer or side dish.
Notes
- You can adjust the number of jalapeños based on your preferred spice level.
- For extra crispiness, drizzle the potatoes with a bit of olive oil before baking.
- These potatoes are best enjoyed fresh but can be refrigerated and reheated in the oven to maintain crispiness.
- To make it vegetarian, ensure the cheddar cheese used is vegetarian-friendly (without animal rennet).
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