Loaded Breakfast Potatoes
Loaded breakfast potatoes are a delicious combination of baked potatoes filled with creamy mashed potatoes, bacon, cheese, and eggs.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 large russet potatoes
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt (for roasting)
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper (for roasting)
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup whole milk, hot
- 0.5 teaspoon salt (for mashed potatoes)
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper (for mashed potatoes)
- 6 slices beef bacon, cut in half
- 0.75 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 large eggs
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Scrub the potatoes clean and poke several holes in them with a fork to allow steam to escape. Rub the potatoes with avocado oil, then sprinkle with salt and black pepper. Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack and bake for 50–60 minutes, or until they are fork-tender. Once done, let them cool slightly.
- Carefully slice each potato in half lengthwise and scoop out most of the insides, leaving a sturdy shell. In a bowl, mash the scooped-out potato with butter, hot milk, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.
- Spoon the mashed potato mixture back into the potato shells, creating a well in the center of each. Place two halves of beef bacon in each well, sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese, and crack an egg on top. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
- Return the stuffed potatoes to the oven and bake at 350°F (190°C) for 15–20 minutes, or until the egg whites are set but the yolks remain slightly runny.
- Allow the loaded breakfast potatoes to cool for a couple of minutes before serving. Enjoy your delicious breakfast bites!
Notes
Feel free to customize your loaded potatoes with your favorite toppings, such as diced tomatoes, green onions, or avocado. For a spicier kick, consider adding jalapeños or hot sauce.