Loaded Potato Skins: The Ultimate Snack You’ll Love
Loaded Potato Skins are a delicious and satisfying snack made from crispy potato halves topped with cheese, bacon, and green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large russet potatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash and scrub the potatoes, then pierce them with a fork.
- Rub the potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Bake the potatoes for 45-60 minutes until tender.
- Let the potatoes cool slightly, then cut them in half and scoop out some of the flesh.
- Brush the insides with olive oil and return them to the oven for an additional 10-15 minutes until crispy.
- Remove from the oven and fill each potato skin with cheese and bacon.
- Return to the oven until the cheese is melted.
- Top with sour cream and green onions before serving.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, omit the bacon.
- Feel free to add other toppings like jalapeños or avocado.
- These can be made ahead of time and reheated in the oven.