Description
Crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and topped with all the best fixings—Blackstone Loaded Smashed Potatoes are the ultimate indulgence in comfort food with a grilled twist. These perfectly seasoned baby potatoes are smashed and seared on the Blackstone griddle, smothered with melted cheese, crispy bacon, sour cream, and green onions. A fun and crispy take on the classic baked potato!
Ingredients
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Baby potatoes (Yukon Gold or red potatoes work best)
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Olive oil or butter
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Shredded cheddar cheese
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Cooked bacon, crumbled
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Sour cream
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Green onions or chives
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
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Garlic powder, to taste
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Optional toppings: jalapeños, ranch dressing, hot sauce, sautéed onions
Instructions
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Boil the Potatoes: Boil the baby potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 15–20 minutes. Drain and let them cool slightly.
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Preheat the Blackstone Griddle: Set the Blackstone griddle to medium-high heat and lightly oil the surface.
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Smash the Potatoes: Place the boiled potatoes on the hot griddle. Use a spatula or potato masher to gently smash them flat.
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Season and Crisp: Drizzle or brush the potatoes with olive oil or melted butter. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Cook for about 4–5 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
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Add the Cheese and Bacon: Sprinkle shredded cheese and crumbled bacon over the potatoes. Close the griddle hood (or use a melting dome) to melt the cheese.
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Load Up and Serve: Remove from the griddle and top with sour cream, chopped green onions, and any additional toppings of your choice.
Notes
Choose small, uniform potatoes for even cooking and easy smashing.
Don’t over-boil the potatoes; just until tender so they don’t fall apart when smashed.
Use a melting dome for perfect melted cheese.
For extra crispiness, press the smashed potatoes down a second time midway through cooking.
Let potatoes cool slightly before smashing to avoid sticking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Griddle (Blackstone)
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Blackstone griddle, smashed potatoes, loaded potatoes, crispy potatoes, comfort food, side dish, grilled potatoes, cheesy potatoes, potato recipe, BBQ side dish, backyard cooking