Description
Creamy Idaho Sour Cream Cups bring potato-inspired comfort to party appetizers with minimal ingredients. Crispy wonton shells cradle rich sour cream, chives, and bacon crumbles that you’ll devour in delightful, one-bite indulgence.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 3 large russet potatoes, grated
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 slices bacon
Dairy and Seasonings:
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Preparation Ingredients:
- Non-stick cooking spray
- 2 green onions, sliced
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 400°F (200°C), creating an ideal baking environment for crispy potato vessels.
- Shred russet potatoes using a box grater, then extract maximum moisture by wringing them tightly in a clean kitchen towel, ensuring a crunchy texture.
- Blend grated potatoes with melted butter, incorporating salt and pepper to distribute seasoning evenly throughout the mixture.
- Generously coat a muffin tin with non-stick spray, then carefully press potato mixture into each cavity, crafting delicate cups with structured walls and sturdy bases.
- Slide the muffin tin into the preheated oven, allowing potato cups to transform into golden-brown shells with delicately crisp edges, rotating midway for uniform browning.
- Simultaneously, render bacon in a skillet until achieving a perfect crispness, then crumble into small fragments and set aside.
- Whisk sour cream and cheddar cheese together, creating a smooth, rich filling that complements the potato’s robust flavor.
- After cooling momentarily, fill each potato cup with the creamy mixture, then crown with bacon crumbles and a delicate sprinkle of green onions.
- Serve immediately while potato cups maintain their irresistible crunch and warmth, presenting an elegant appetizer bursting with hearty flavors.
Notes
- Always squeeze out maximum potato moisture to achieve ultra-crispy potato cups that hold their shape perfectly.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like Gouda or pepper jack for unique flavor profiles that elevate the classic recipe.
- Consider swapping bacon with vegetarian alternatives like crispy mushroom bits or roasted bell pepper pieces for dietary flexibility.
- Prep potato cups ahead of time and store unbaked in the refrigerator, allowing for convenient make-ahead entertainment appetizers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg