Jalapeno Popper Smashed Potatoes: Indulgent Comfort Food Delight
Jalapeno Popper Smashed Potatoes are a delicious twist on traditional comfort food, combining creamy potatoes with the bold flavors of jalapeno poppers.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Sides
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 2 pounds baby potatoes
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup sliced jalapenos
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Boil the baby potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes and transfer them to a baking sheet.
- Smash the potatoes gently with a fork or potato masher.
- Drizzle olive oil over the smashed potatoes and season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes until crispy and golden.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, cheddar cheese, sliced jalapenos, and sour cream.
- Remove the potatoes from the oven and top with the cream cheese mixture.
- Return to the oven for an additional 5-10 minutes to melt the cheese.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra jalapenos if desired.
Notes
- For a spicier version, use fresh jalapenos instead of pickled ones.
- These potatoes are best served immediately, but they can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 500 milligrams
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 34 grams
- Fiber: 4 grams
- Protein: 7 grams
- Cholesterol: 30 milligrams
Keywords: Jalapeno Popper, Smashed Potatoes, Comfort Food