Name: Crispy Baked Potato Skins
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 10 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 5 baking potatoes; 0.25 cup olive oil; 1 tsp kosher salt; 0.5 tsp black pepper; 0.25 tsp garlic powder; 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese; 2 green onions; 1 cup sour cream

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Crispy Baked Potato Skins

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Cut the potatoes in half lengthwise and place on the baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.

Flip potatoes cut-side down and prick each one a few times with a fork. Brush tops with more olive oil and season again with salt and pepper.

Bake cut-side down for 25 minutes, or until cooked through. Flip and let cool slightly.

Scoop out the insides, leaving about ¼ inch of potato around the edges.

Brush the skins with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.

Bake cut-side down for 10 minutes, then flip and bake for 5 minutes, until crisp.

Sprinkle with cheddar cheese and bake for 4 to 5 minutes, until melted.

Serve with chopped green onions and sour cream.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Par-Bake for Perfect Crispness 🥔
Bake potatoes at 400°F for 20 minutes before halving and scraping—this ensures the skin crisps perfectly while the interior stays tender, preventing soggy skins.
Oil Brush Technique Matters 🎨
Apply olive oil to both the skin and flesh sides of halved potatoes with a pastry brush to ensure even browning and maximum crispness on all surfaces.
Season Before Baking 🧂
Combine kosher salt, black pepper, and garlic powder in a small bowl and sprinkle directly on oiled potatoes before final baking so seasonings adhere and toast beautifully.
Cheese Melting Strategy 🧀
Add sharp cheddar cheese in the final 3-4 minutes of baking so it melts perfectly without burning, creating a golden, creamy layer that won't separate or become greasy.
Cold Sour Cream Contrast ❄️
Keep sour cream chilled until serving and add fresh green onions just before plating—the temperature and texture contrast against hot, crispy skins elevates the entire dish.