The ultimate crispy, cheesy, bacon party snack everyone will fight over!

Let me just say this right up front,these Bacon and Cheese Potato Bites are dangerously good. Like… “make a double batch because your family will devour them before you even get one” kind of good. Crunchy on the outside, melty cheese on top, smoky bacon, and a sprinkle of fresh chives, it’s like all the best comfort food flavors snuggled into one cute little bite.

I’ve made these for birthday parties, game nights, holidays, and even weekend snacks. They disappear so fast it’s almost suspicious. Honestly, I think my kids have super-speed when these come out of the air fryer.

Why You’re Gonna Love These

Quick and easy. We’re talking less than 30 minutes from start to snack.
Crispy and cheesy. Do I need to say more? Okay, I will.
Totally crowd-pleasing. These little bites are loved by toddlers, teens, and everyone in between.
No fork needed. Perfect finger food for parties!

Ingredients

This recipe makes about 1 ½ to 2 dozen potato slices, depending on the size of your spuds. I always err on the side of more because these go fast.

Here’s What You’ll Need

2 medium russet potatoes
3 slices bacon
½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 stalks fresh chives
1-2 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper

Bacon and Cheese potato bites ingredients

How to Make these Bacon Cheese Potato Snacks

1. Cook the bacon

Cook your bacon in a medium skillet over medium-low heat or in the air fryer until it’s nice and crispy. Not floppy bacon, okay? We want crunch! Once it’s done, transfer it to a paper towel to soak up the extra grease and let it cool a bit. Then crumble it into little pieces, perfect for sprinkling later.

2. Wash and slice the potatoes

Give those potatoes a good scrub, we’re leaving the skins on for texture and flavor. Slice them into ¼ inch rounds. You want them thin enough to crisp up, but thick enough to hold the toppings without flopping over.

3. Chop the chives

Snip those fresh chives into little green confetti. They’re going to add the prettiest pop of color (and that fresh oniony kick that balances out all the richness).

4. Brush with olive oil

Lightly brush both sides of each potato slice with olive oil. Don’t skip this step, it’s the secret to that golden, crispy goodness.

5. Season and arrange

Pop those oiled slices into your air fryer basket in a single layer. Sprinkle a little salt and pepper on top, just enough to bring out the flavor. No need to go wild.

6. Air fry to crispy perfection

Cook the potato slices at 400°F for 17-18 minutes, giving the basket a little shake around the halfway mark to make sure everything gets evenly crispy.

They should come out golden, with just a little browning on the edges, crunchy outside, soft inside. Basically potato heaven.

7. Top with all the good stuff

Now for the fun part: top each slice with a pinch of cheddar cheese, then a few bacon crumbles, and finally a sprinkle of chives.

Sliced potatoes topped with bacon and cheese in the air fryer

8. Back into the air fryer

Pop them back into the air fryer for just 2 more minutes, so the cheese can melt into that perfect gooey layer.

9. Serve hot and enjoy

Carefully remove them from the basket (they’ll be hot!) and serve them up right away. They’re best when that cheese is still melty and stretchy and magical.

Tips & Tricks

No air fryer? No problem! You can bake them on a parchment-lined sheet pan at 425°F for about 25 minutes. Add the cheese and bacon at the end and bake for another 2-3 minutes.
Make it ahead-ish: You can slice and oil the potatoes earlier in the day. Just keep them in a covered container in the fridge until ready to air fry.
Get creative: Swap cheddar for pepper jack for a little kick, or use turkey bacon for a lighter version.
Want to make it fancy? Add a tiny dollop of sour cream on top before serving. It’s like a loaded baked potato… but make it party snack size!

Party Ideas

These bites are the ultimate party snack, seriously, they check all the boxes.

Kid birthday parties: Just cheesy enough, not too spicy, and no messy dipping sauces required.
Game day snacks: These will disappear faster than you can yell “touchdown!”
Holiday appetizers: Want something different from the usual meatballs and deviled eggs? These are it.
Sleepovers or movie nights: Grab-and-go snacks that don’t make a mess? Yes, please!

Honestly, I don’t think there’s a wrong time to make these. Even on a random weekday when dinner just needs a little extra fun.

Make It a Whole Snack Spread!

If you’re planning a little party or get-together, pair these potato bites with:

Mini sliders or hot dogs
Veggie cups with dips
Fruit kabobs (because balance!)
Some mocktails for the kids

If your family loves crispy, cheesy, bacon-loaded snacks (and who doesn’t?), you have to save this one. Trust me, you’ll be making it over and over. Print it, pin it, or screenshot it, whatever works!

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