My father-in-law clipped this from a magazine in 1965 and it appeared at every football Sunday for 40 years. Still the appetizer that causes friendly arguments over the last piece
Oven Baked 4-Ingredient Golden Crunchy Cheese Cups are the ultimate crowd-pleasing snack, combining crispy, salty potato chips with rich melted cheese, smoky bacon, and fresh green onions into perfect bite-sized party appetizers. By using a mini muffin pan to support the potato chips as they bake, this effortless dish creates warm, savory little bites that bring maximum flavor with almost zero prep time. Whether you are hosting game night, throwing a weekend party, or simply craving an easy finger food snack, these crunchy cheese cups deliver big satisfaction in every single bite.
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What makes this recipe such a fantastic go-to option is how effortlessly simple it is to put together. The natural crunch and ridges of the potato chips hold up beautifully to the melted sharp cheddar cheese, while the bacon adds a wonderful smoky crunch and the green onions bring a bright, fresh finish. It is an ideal, budget-friendly appetizer that kids and adults alike will love reaching for straight off the platter.
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Oven Baked 4-Ingredient Golden Crunchy Cheese Cups
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
| Ridged potato chips | 24 |
| Shredded sharp cheddar cheese | 1 cup |
| Crumbled cooked bacon | 2 tablespoons |
| Sliced green onions | 2 tablespoons |
Step-By-Step Directions:
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Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 24-cup mini muffin tin, or use two 12-cup mini muffin pans to prevent sticking.
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Arrange the Chips: Place one ridged potato chip into each muffin cup, nestling them in so they sit like little shells that can easily hold the toppings.
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Fill the Cups: Sprinkle a generous pinch of shredded cheddar into each chip cup, then top with a little bacon and a few slices of green onion evenly across all cups.
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Bake to Golden: Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbling and the edges of the chips are deep golden and crisp.
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Cool and Serve: Let the cups cool in the pan for 2 to 3 minutes so they set up, then carefully lift them out and serve warm while the cheese is deliciously melty.
