Meta Description: Try our easy and delicious Stuffed Mashed Potato Nests—golden crispy potato nests filled with gooey cheese, bacon, or your favorite savory fillings. Perfect for appetizers, game day, or family dinners!

If you love all things potato, you’re going to fall in love with these Stuffed Mashed Potato Nests . Imagine golden, crispy-edged mashed potato bowls filled with melty cheese, smoky bacon, or fresh veggies — every bite is pure comfort food bliss.

These adorable little nests are not only visually stunning , but they also offer the perfect combo of creamy center and crunchy exterior . They’re surprisingly simple to make using just a few ingredients and are guaranteed to impress guests or become a new weeknight favorite.

In this post, we’ll walk you through how to make these restaurant-style potato nests at home — no fancy tools required.

🥔 Why You’ll Love These Stuffed Mashed Potato Nests

• Crispy & Creamy Texture : The contrast between the crunchy shell and soft inside is irresistible.
• Customizable Fillings : From classic loaded options to vegetarian or keto versions, the sky’s the limit.
• Make Ahead Friendly : Prepare ahead and bake just before serving.
• Great for Any Occasion : Appetizer, side dish, brunch item, or even a hearty snack.
• Easy to Scale : Double the batch for parties or meal prep!

🧄 What You’ll Need (Ingredients)

For the Potato Nests:

• 4 large russet potatoes
• 1 egg
• ½ cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese (optional)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons flour or breadcrumbs (to bind)
• Oil for frying or baking spray (if baking)

For the Fillings (Choose Your Favorite):

• Cooked crumbled bacon
• Scrambled eggs
• Sautéed spinach and mushrooms
• Guacamole or salsa
• Grilled chicken or shrimp
• Sour cream & chives
• Fried egg + hot sauce

🔪 Step-by-Step Instructions

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