Description

These Blackstone Loaded Smashed Potatoes are crispy, cheesy, and topped with all the best fixings. Baby potatoes are boiled, smashed flat on the griddle, then cooked until golden and crispy. Topped with melted cheese, bacon, sour cream, and green onions—this is the ultimate griddled side or appetizer!

Ingredients

1 1/2 lbs baby potatoes (red or gold)
2 tbsp olive oil or melted butter (plus more for griddle)
1/2 tsp garlic powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or blend of your choice)
6 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
1/2 cup sour cream
2 green onions, sliced

Optional: chopped parsley or hot sauce for garnish

Cook Mode Prevent your screen from going dark

Instructions

Boil the potatoes: Place baby potatoes in a pot of salted water. Bring to a boil and cook for 15–20 minutes, or until fork tender. Drain and let cool slightly.
Preheat the Blackstone griddle: Set to medium heat and lightly oil the surface.
Smash the potatoes: Place potatoes on the hot griddle. Use a spatula or heavy flat surface to gently press each potato until flattened but still intact.
Season and crisp: Drizzle or brush with olive oil or butter. Sprinkle with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for 4–5 minutes per side, or until crispy and golden.
Add toppings: Sprinkle shredded cheese and crumbled bacon over the potatoes. Cover with a melting dome or a metal bowl to help the cheese melt (about 1–2 minutes).
Serve: Transfer to a platter and top with sour cream, green onions, and optional parsley or hot sauce. Serve hot!

Notes

Great as a party appetizer or a fun side dish for burgers, steaks, or BBQ.
Use leftover boiled potatoes to make this even faster.
Want to spice it up? Add jalapeños or use pepper jack cheese.