Easy Mini Crushed Potato Tarts
These mini crushed potato tarts are perfect for those who love crispy potatoes. These mini crushed potato tarts are soft and fluffy on the inside and golden and crispy on the outside. They’re also naturally gluten-free. These are easy to make and perfect as a party appetizer, side dish or quick snack.
You only need to use a few ingredients. No complicated pastry dough is required. The small potatoes are cooked, then gently crushed and seasoned before being baked to a beautiful crisp.
Why You Will Love These Potato Tarts
You can make these mini potato tarts when you don’t want to spend hours in the cooking. These mini potato tarts are:
- Gluten free
- Crispy golden and crispy
- Easy to prepare
- Simple ingredients for a delicious dessert
- Ideal for family meals or parties
- Customize your pizza with your favorite toppings
Ingredients
This easy recipe requires:
- Small potatoes
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Garlic powder
- Dried herbs like rosemary or thyme
- Grated cheese, if desired
- Fresh herbs for cooking
The seasonings can be adjusted to suit your taste and the ingredients you have available in your kitchen.
How to Make Mini Crushed potato Tarts
Wash the potatoes thoroughly and place them in a large pot with salted water. They should be fork tender but not fall apart. Drain and allow them to cool.
Place the potatoes next on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Gently press each potato until it is flat using the bottom of either a glass or potato masher. You don’t want to crush the potatoes too much, as you still want them to have a slightly thick edge.
Sprinkle the potatoes with garlic powder, salt, black pepper and dried herbs.
They should be baked in a hot, dry oven until they are golden brown. You can leave them in the hot oven a few minutes longer if you want extra crunch.
Sprinkle a little grated cheddar over the potatoes in the final few minutes of cooking for a cheesy variation. Remove them from the heat once they’re golden and crispy. Let them cool down for a few minutes.
Serving Ideas
You can add toppings to these mini potato tarts. They are already delicious, but they will be even more tasty. Add sourcream, Greek yogurt or grated cheese. You can also add fresh herbs, chopped spring onion, chopped spring onions and/or chopped spring onions.
These are also a delicious side dish to grilled chicken or vegetables roasted in the oven, as well as a salad.
You can also read our helpful tips
To get the crispiest potatoes tarts, drain the potatoes well before baking. They can become mushy if they are too moist.
Do not skip the oil. The potatoes will develop a golden crust if you apply a light coating.
The potatoes can be prepared ahead and baked just before serving. The recipe is especially useful if you are cooking for guests.
Final Thoughts
These mini potato tarts prove that even simple ingredients can produce something delicious. These mini crushed potato tarts have crispy edges, fluffy centres, and plenty flavor. You’ll want them to be a regular recipe.
They’re a great gluten-free alternative that anyone can enjoy, whether you serve them as an appetizer, side dish or snack.
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