Gourmet Potato Skins

Elevate your appetizer game with these irresistible Gourmet Potato Skins, the perfect blend of crispy, cheesy, and savory goodness! Made with hearty Russet potatoes, each skin is brushed with olive oil for a golden, crunchy exterior, then loaded up with melted cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon for a flavor-packed bite. Topped with a dollop of tangy sour cream and a sprinkle of fresh green onions, these potato skins are a classy twist on a classic party favorite. Whether you’re hosting game day or looking for an indulgent snack, this easy-to-make recipe will impress every guest at the table. Ready in just over an hour and bursting with texture and indulgence, these loaded potato skins are the ultimate crowd-pleaser.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 large Russet potatoes
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1.5 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cup Cooked bacon, crumbled
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 3 stalks Green onions, sliced
• 0.25 teaspoon Paprika (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Wash and scrub the russet potatoes thoroughly, then dry them with a towel.

Step 3

Pierce each potato several times with a fork to allow steam to escape while baking.

Step 4

Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a fork.

Step 5

Remove the potatoes from the oven and let them cool for 10 minutes, or until they are safe to handle.

Step 6

Cut each potato in half lengthwise and carefully scoop out most of the potato flesh, leaving about 1/4 inch of potato attached to the skin. Reserve the scooped-out potato flesh for another use, such as mashed potatoes.

Step 7

Increase the oven temperature to 450°F (230°C).

Step 8

Brush the inside and outside of each potato skin generously with olive oil, then sprinkle with salt and black pepper.

Step 9

Place the potato skins cut side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Bake for 10 minutes.

Step 10

Flip the potato skins so the cut side faces up and bake for an additional 10 minutes, until the edges are golden and crispy.

Step 11

Remove the baking sheet from the oven and sprinkle each potato skin with shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon.

Step 12

Return the potato skins to the oven and bake for 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 13

Remove the potato skins from the oven and let cool slightly before topping each one with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of sliced green onions.

Step 14

Optional: Dust lightly with paprika for extra flavor and presentation.

Step 15

Serve warm and enjoy your gourmet potato skins!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2283.5 grams (2283.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3624

Total Fat 161.40g	207%
Saturated Fat 74.50g	373%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 391mg	130%
Sodium 6522mg	284%
Total Carbohydrate 415.20g	151%
Dietary Fiber 33.10g	118%
Total Sugars 29.60g
Protein 148.20g	296%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1690mg	130%
Iron 24mg	132%
Potassium 10961mg	233%

*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: 39.2%

Protein: 16.0%

Carbs: 44.8%