These crispy Loaded Potato Cups are the ultimate Super Bowl snack! Cheesy, crispy, and easy to customize, they’re the perfect game day bite-sized appetizer.
When it comes to game day food, I’m all about easy, handheld bites that pack a punch. These Loaded Potato Cups check all the boxes—crispy, cheesy, and loaded with all the flavors you love in a baked potato, but in a fun, bite-sized form. If you’re looking for the MVP of your Super Bowl spread, this is it.
Why You’ll Love These Loaded Potato Cups
- Perfectly crispy – Baking the potato cups until golden makes them the ultimate crunchy base for all your toppings.
- Endlessly customizable – Classic cheddar and bacon? Yes. Jalapeños for a little heat? Absolutely. Want to throw in some BBQ chicken or pulled pork? Do it!
- Handheld & mess-free – No need for forks and knives, just grab, dip, and enjoy.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Baby Small Yukon gold or russet potatoes
- Olive oil
- Kosher salt & black pepper
- Shredded cheddar cheese
- Cooked bacon, crumbled
- Sour cream
- Green onions, chopped
- Optional: Jalapeños, ranch, hot sauce, or any other toppings you love
How to Make Them
- Prep the potatoes – Preheat your oven to 400°F. Cook potatoes in the microwave until tender and cooked through, about 5-8 minutes, depending on size
- Bake until crispy – Put cooked potatoes in a muffin tin and use a dipping sauce container to press down and create a hollow center in the potatoes, bake empty (without any fillings) for about 5-7 minutes until edges are slightly crispy
- Load them up – Sprinkle shredded cheese and bacon on each potato round, then return to the oven for a few minutes until the cheese melts.
- Top & serve – Add a dollop of sour cream, a sprinkle of green onions, and any extra toppings you love. Serve immediately and watch them disappear!
Loaded Potato Cups
These crispy Loaded Potato Cups are the ultimate Super Bowl snack! Cheesy, crispy, and easy to customize, they’re the perfect game day bite-sized appetizer.
Ingredients
- 12 Baby Yukon gold or russet potatoes
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- Kosher salt & black pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/3 cup Cooked bacon crumbled
- Sour cream to taste
- 1 Green onion chopped
Instructions
- Prep the potatoes – Preheat your oven to 400°F. Cook potatoes in the microwave until tender and cooked through, about 5-8 minutes, depending on size.
- Bake until crispy – Put cooked potatoes in a muffin tin and use a dipping sauce container to press down and create a hollow center in the potatoes. Use a brush to distribute olive oil on the edges of the potato and season to taste with salt and pepepr. Bake empty (without any fillings) for about 5-7 minutes until edges are slightly crispy.
- Load them up – Sprinkle shredded cheese and bacon on each potato round, then return to the oven for a few minutes until the cheese melts.
- Top & serve – Add a dollop of sour cream, a sprinkle of green onions, and any extra toppings you love. Serve immediately and watch them disappear
Make It Your Own
While I love the classic cheddar and bacon combo, these potato cups are the perfect canvas for creativity:
- Buffalo Style – Toss shredded chicken in buffalo sauce and top with blue cheese crumbles.
- BBQ Loaded – Swap the bacon for pulled pork and drizzle with BBQ sauce.
- Veggie Lovers – Add diced bell peppers, sautéed mushrooms, or even black beans for a meatless option.
Pair These With…
No Super Bowl spread is complete without a lineup of snacks. Serve these alongside my crispy oven-fried wings, grilled honey garlic shrimp, or a big batch of creamy spinach artichoke dip for the ultimate game day experience.
Final Play
These Loaded Potato Cups are the kind of snack that disappears fast—so don’t be surprised if you need to make a double batch! Whether you’re hosting a Super Bowl party or just watching from the couch, this easy appetizer is a total winner.
Let me know in the comments—what’s your go-to game day snack? And if you try these, tag me on Instagram (@natashagreene) so I can see your game day lineup!
