Description
Transform classic mashed potatoes into fun, handheld Bacon Bombs with a crispy exterior and cheesy center, perfect for parties.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds starchy potatoes (Russet or Yukon)
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1/3 cup warm milk
- 1 beaten egg
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/3 cup panko or 2 tablespoons flour (optional, for binding)
- 12 half-slices thin-sliced bacon
- Cheese cubes for filling
Instructions
- Start by cooking the potatoes until tender, then mash with butter and warm milk until smooth.
- Mix in the beaten egg, cheddar cheese, salt, pepper, and green onions. If the mixture feels loose, stir in panko or flour to bind.
- Form 12 even balls, pressing a 1/2-inch indentation into each to add a cheese cube before sealing.
- Wrap each ball in a half-slice of bacon and secure with a toothpick.
- Place the bombs on a wire rack over a baking sheet.
- Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 25–30 minutes until the bacon is browned and the interior reaches 165°F (74°C).
Notes
Chill the formed bombs for at least 30 minutes to help them hold shape. Use an instant-read thermometer to ensure fillings are hot and cheese is melted without overcooking.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bomb
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg