Description
Crispy potato skins make a perfect appetizer or snack. They are easy to prepare and packed with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large baking potatoes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp chopped green onions
- 2 tbsp sour cream (optional)
- 2 slices cooked bacon, crumbled (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Scrub the potatoes clean and pat them dry.
- Pierce each potato a few times with a fork.
- Bake the potatoes for 45-50 minutes until tender.
- Let the potatoes cool slightly, then cut them in half lengthwise.
- Scoop out the insides, leaving a thin layer of potato.
- Brush the skins with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Place them skin-side down on a baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes.
- Flip the skins and bake for another 5-7 minutes until crispy.
- Sprinkle with cheese and return to the oven until melted.
- Top with green onions, sour cream, and bacon if desired.
- Serve hot and enjoy.
Notes
- Use russet potatoes for the best texture.
- Save the scooped-out potato for mashed potatoes or another dish.
- For extra crispiness, brush the skins with melted butter instead of oil.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 potato skin
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: crispy potato skins, comfort food, appetizer, snack