Bloomin’ potatoes are a fun and flavorful twist on classic baked potatoes, turning a simple ingredient into a crispy, shareable side dish that looks just as impressive as it tastes. By carefully slicing the potatoes so they fan open like a flower while baking, every edge becomes beautifully golden and crisp while the inside stays soft and fluffy. The buttery garlic-onion seasoning seeps into the layers, creating savory bites in every forkful.
These crowd-pleasing potatoes are perfect as an appetizer, game-day snack, or easy side dish for grilled meats and burgers. Paired with a creamy, tangy dipping sauce that blends mayo, sour cream, and bold spices, each bite delivers the perfect balance of crispy texture and rich flavor. They’re simple to prepare but look like something straight out of a restaurant kitchen.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 4 (6 to 8 ounce) russet or Yukon Gold potatoes
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
Dipping Sauce
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
Directions
- Wash and scrub the potatoes thoroughly to remove any dirt. Pat dry with a towel.
- Using a sharp knife, slice each potato crosswise into 1/8-inch-thick cuts, stopping about 1/2 inch from the bottom so the potato remains intact. Rotate the potato and repeat lengthwise with the same type of cuts, creating a “blooming” pattern while keeping the base attached.
- Place the sliced potatoes into a 2-quart baking dish. Cover with vented plastic wrap and microwave on high for 5 minutes to begin softening them.
- In a small bowl, mix garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Brush the potatoes generously with melted butter, making sure some butter drips into the sliced layers. Sprinkle evenly with the seasoning mixture.
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place the potatoes on the prepared pan.
- Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the edges are crispy and the potatoes are golden brown.
- While the potatoes bake, prepare the dipping sauce by stirring together mayonnaise, sour cream, ketchup, horseradish, vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper in a medium bowl until smooth.
- Serve the hot bloomin’ potatoes with the dipping sauce on the side.
- Air Fryer Method: Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Place potatoes in the basket and cook for 15 to 20 minutes, or until crispy and golden.