Here’s a simple and tasty recipe for Cheesy Baked Potato Rounds—perfect as a snack, side dish, or appetizer:
Cheesy Baked Potato Rounds
Ingredients (for 4 servings)
- 3–4 medium potatoes (russet or Yukon gold work well)
- 2–3 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tsp garlic powder (optional)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or a mix of cheddar and mozzarella)
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or chives (for garnish)
- Optional toppings: sour cream, bacon bits, or green onions
Instructions
- Preheat oven: 200°C (400°F).
- Prepare potatoes: Wash and slice potatoes into 1/4–1/2 inch thick rounds. Pat dry to remove excess moisture.
- Season: Toss the potato slices with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Bake potatoes: Arrange slices in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 20–25 minutes until slightly tender.
- Add cheese: Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over each potato round. Return to oven and bake for another 5–10 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle with parsley or chives. Add optional toppings like sour cream or bacon bits if desired. Serve warm.
Tips
- For extra crispiness, flip the potato rounds halfway through the first bake.
- You can mix in spices like paprika, cayenne, or Italian seasoning for a flavor twist.
- These also work great with sweet potatoes!
If you want, I can also give a shortcut version using a microwave first so they’re crispy outside but soft inside in under 20 minutes.
Do you want me to do that?
