Welcome back, foodies!
Today on the Bake n Make Series, we’re creating something truly comforting, cheesy, and absolutely guilt-free — Oven-Baked Potato Tots with Parmesan Cheese. These golden little bites are perfect for kids’ snack boxes, parties, or cozy evenings curled up with your favorite book and chai.
They’re crispy on the outside, soft inside, and packed with cheesy flavor — without the mess or calories of deep frying.
🍽️ Ingredients:
- 3 large potatoes – pressure cooked, peeled & grated
- Salt – to taste
- ¼ tsp pepper powder
- ⅓ tsp chili flakes
- 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese (Kodai parmesan used here)
- 1 tbsp corn flour
- Oil – for brushing tray
- Optional: Vegan parmesan (https://amzn.to/4k6TUKY)
🔪 Method:
1️⃣ Pressure Cook & Prep
Pressure cook the potatoes for 6 whistles. Let them cool completely before peeling and grating for a fluffy, light texture.
2️⃣ Mix the Base
In a bowl, combine grated potatoes, salt, pepper, chili flakes, Parmesan cheese, and corn flour. Mix gently and knead into a soft dough.
3️⃣ Shape the Tots
Rest the mixture for 5 minutes. Then shape into small cylindrical tots — roughly finger-sized.
4️⃣ Bake
Preheat oven to 200°C. Brush your tray lightly with oil (you can use a silicone baking brush for even coating). Arrange the tots and bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown.
5️⃣ Serve & Enjoy
Serve hot with your favorite dips — ketchup, mayo, or chili garlic sauce. These are perfect movie-night companions or after-school treats!
🛍️ Product Spotlight:
Here are a few handy tools and ingredients that made this recipe easy and mess-free:
- 🧀 Vegan Parmesan Cheese – rich, authentic, and melts perfectly.
- 🍽️ Triply Stainless Steel Pressure Cooker – ensures even cooking.
- 🔥 Oven Tray – for perfectly baked tots every time.
🥔 Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- No deep frying
- Gluten-free option
- Rich in fiber and potassium from potatoes
- Kid-approved cheesy goodness
- Crispy exterior, soft fluffy interior
💡 Fun Fact About Potatoes:
Did you know? Potatoes were the first vegetable grown in space! NASA astronauts experimented with growing them in microgravity, making the humble potato a space traveler! 🚀Did you know? Potatoes were the first vegetable grown in space! NASA astronauts experimented with growing them in microgravity, making the humble potato a space traveler! 🚀Did you know? Potatoes were the first vegetable grown in space! NASA astronauts experimented with growing them in microgravity, making the humble potato a space traveler! 🚀
✨ Pro Tip:
For an oil-free version, use an air fryer — it crisps up beautifully in just 15 minutes at 180°C.
❤️ Closing Thoughts
If you’re someone who loves experimenting with guilt-free snacks, these oven-baked potato tots are a must-try! Pair them with your favorite dip, snap a pic, and share it with us by tagging @mellowbiteschannel on Instagram.
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