BBQ Roasted Volcanic Potatoes are a delicious appetizer topped with bacon, melted cheddar, and cream cheese. Grilled over high heat and dipped in BBQ sauce, they’re sure to be a hit.
The flavors in this recipe are as explosive as its volcanic appearance suggests. Smoked baked potatoes wrapped in salty bacon and filled with gooey melted cheese and sour cream. There is a lot going on here and they will give you an amazing taste hit when you bite into them.
It’s an easy recipe that can be made ahead or fresh. These little beauties are perfect as a starter at a barbecue before the main course, or even as a side dish. Whatever you choose, it’s sure to make a statement on your table.
You can adjust the toppings as you like, while you can also omit the bacon if you’re hosting vegetarians or people on a pork-free diet.
What is a volcano potato?
As you make it appear, volcanic potatoes are stuffed potatoes with a filling that is present when cooked. They’re stuffed with a lava-like filling made with shredded bacon, chives, melted cheddar cheese, and whatever else you want to stuff inside!
They’re a fun twist on your regular (boring) baked potato, and we take them to another level because we cook them on the grill. This gives the appetizer a smoky flavor that perfectly complements the bacon meat and melted cheddar cheese.
Why should I use bacon?
We love using bacon because it adds flavor to the outside of these potatoes and also adds juiciness to the inside! You’ll find that when cooked over moderate heat, it crisps up like regular baked bacon, but without the need for oil. It turns into a crunchy, salty treat that’s out of this world.
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