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)

Double-Dry Your Potatoes 💧
After scooping out the insides, pat the potato skins completely dry with paper towels, then let them air-dry for 10 minutes before oiling to ensure maximum crispiness.
Pre-Bake for Structural Integrity 🥔
Bake whole potatoes at 400°F for 40-45 minutes until just tender before halving and crisping; this ensures the skins hold their shape and don't collapse during the high-heat finish.
Infuse Your Olive Oil 🫒
Mix your olive oil with garlic powder, kosher salt, and black pepper, then brush onto skins for even seasoning distribution and more flavorful crisping compared to seasoning after cooking.
Cheese Application Timing ⏱️
Add sharp cheddar cheese in the final 3-4 minutes of baking so it melts into crevices without burning; this prevents greasy pools and ensures creamy, cohesive coverage.
Chill Toppings Before Serving 🧊
Keep sour cream and sliced green onions in the refrigerator until the last moment, then serve them cold alongside hot skins to create a pleasant temperature contrast that enhances flavor perception.