Baked Tater Skins

Crispy, cheesy, and packed with flavor, these Baked Tater Skins are the ultimate appetizer or snack to please any crowd. Made with perfectly baked Russet potatoes, their golden, crispy shells are brushed with olive oil and seasoned with salt and pepper for a flavorful base. These potato skins are then loaded with gooey melted cheddar cheese, savory crumbled bacon, and topped with fresh green onions for a delightful bite every time. Ready in just over an hour, this easy recipe is perfect for game days, parties, or even a hearty side dish. Serve them hot with creamy sour cream for dipping, and watch them disappear from the plate!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 medium Russet potatoes
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1.5 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 6 slices Cooked bacon, crumbled
• 3 stalks Green onions, sliced
• 1 cup Sour cream (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.

Step 2

Scrub the potatoes thoroughly under cold water and pat them dry. Pierce each potato a few times with a fork to allow steam to escape during baking.

Step 3

Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack or on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the skin is crisp.

Step 4

Remove the potatoes from the oven and let them cool for about 10 minutes, just enough to handle safely.

Step 5

Cut each potato in half lengthwise and scoop out the flesh, leaving about 1/4-inch of potato attached to the skin. (Set aside the scooped potato for another use, like mashed potatoes.)

Step 6

Brush the inside and outside of each potato skin with olive oil. Sprinkle the insides lightly with salt and black pepper.

Step 7

Place the potato skins cut-side down on the baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes to crisp up the edges.

Step 8

Flip the skins over, cut-side up, and fill each with shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon. Return them to the oven and bake for another 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 9

Remove the potato skins from the oven and sprinkle them with sliced green onions. Serve hot with sour cream on the side for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1568.2 grams (1568.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2669

Total Fat 141.90g	182%
Saturated Fat 71.00g	355%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 354mg	118%
Sodium 4644mg	202%
Total Carbohydrate 246.60g	90%
Dietary Fiber 19.50g	70%
Total Sugars 21.00g
Protein 98.30g	197%

Vitamin D 36IU	180%
Calcium 1720mg	132%
Iron 15mg	83%
Potassium 6711mg	143%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.1%

Protein: 14.8%

Carbs: 37.1%