Crispy Loaded Baked Potato Skins
Indulge in these Crispy Loaded Baked Potato Skins, perfect for appetizers, game day snacking, or as a delicious side dish. Hollowed-out potato halves are brushed with rich melted butter and baked to perfection until crispy. They are generously topped with crispy bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, and fresh green onions, making each bite a crunchy, cheesy delight. Perfect for sharing with friends or enjoying on your own!
4-6
Servings
133
Calories
6
Ingredients
Ingredients
Potato skins
10 (halves baked and empty of potato)
Melted butter
1 tablespoon
Seasoning salt
to taste
Green onion
1 (diced)
Bacon
1/2 cup (fried, diced, and crispy (about 5 strips))
Shredded cheddar cheese
3/4 cup
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2
Carefully brush the inside and outside of each potato skin with melted butter, ensuring even coverage.
3
Sprinkle seasoning salt over the potato skins to taste, enhancing their savory flavor.
4
Place the prepared potato skins on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until they become golden brown and crispy.
5
Once baked, remove the skins from the oven and sprinkle each with a generous layer of shredded cheddar cheese, diced bacon, and chopped green onions.
6
Return the loaded potato skins to the oven for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
7
Serve piping hot with a side of sour cream or ranch dressing for dipping.
Nutrition Information
10g
Fat
8g
Carbs
5g
Protein
1g
Fiber
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Crispy Loaded Baked Potato Skins?
They are hollowed-out potato halves brushed with melted butter, baked until crispy, and topped with bacon, cheddar cheese, and green onions.
How many potato skins are needed?
The recipe calls for 10 potato skin halves that have been baked and emptied of potato.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 375 degrees Fahrenheit or 190 degrees Celsius.
How do I prepare the skins for the first bake?
Carefully brush the inside and outside of each skin with melted butter and sprinkle with seasoning salt.
How long is the initial baking time?
Bake the prepared skins for 15 to 20 minutes until they become golden brown and crispy.
What are the primary toppings?
The toppings include shredded cheddar cheese, diced crispy bacon, and chopped green onions.
How long do the skins bake after adding toppings?
Return them to the oven for an additional 5 to 7 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
What dipping sauces go well with these?
They are best served with a side of sour cream or ranch dressing.
How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe yields approximately 4 to 6 servings.
What is the calorie count per serving?
There are approximately 133 calories per serving.
How much fat is in one serving?
Each serving contains 10 grams of fat.
What is the carbohydrate content?
There are 8 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
How much protein is in each serving?
This recipe provides 5 grams of protein per serving.
Does this dish contain fiber?
Yes, there is 1 gram of fiber per serving.
How much butter is required?
One tablespoon of melted butter is used for the entire recipe.
How many strips of bacon are needed?
You will need approximately 5 strips of bacon to make 1/2 cup of diced pieces.
What kind of cheese should I use?
The recipe specifies 3/4 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
What type of onion is used for the garnish?
One diced green onion is used for the topping.
What is the recipe category?
It is categorized as an Appetizer and a Snack.
Is this recipe considered comfort food?
Yes, it is tagged as a comfort food snack.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 6 main ingredients used in this preparation.
What texture should the skins achieve?
The goal is to achieve a crunchy and crispy texture on the potato skin.
What kind of salt is used?
Seasoning salt is used to enhance the savory flavor.
How should the bacon be prepared before topping?
The bacon should be fried until crispy and then diced.
Is there any sugar in these potato skins?
According to the recipe data, there is no sugar content.
What is the ideal serving temperature?
The potato skins should be served piping hot.
Are these suitable for game day?
Yes, they are described as perfect for game day snacking.
Can I use different seasonings?
While the recipe calls for seasoning salt, you can adjust the flavor to your preference.
Is sodium or cholesterol information available?
No, the specific sodium and cholesterol values are not provided in this dataset.
How are the potato skins initially hollowed out?
The recipe assumes you are using baked potato halves that have already been emptied of their flesh.