Simple, classic, and perfect every time 🥔✨
Here’s how to make a perfect baked potato—crispy skin, fluffy inside.
🥔 Perfect Baked Potato
Ingredients
- Large russet potatoes
- Olive oil
- Salt (coarse or kosher is best)
- Optional toppings: butter, sour cream, cheese, bacon, chives, pepper
Oven Method (Best Texture)
1️⃣ Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
2️⃣ Wash & dry potatoes well.
3️⃣ Pierce each potato 4–5 times with a fork.
4️⃣ Rub lightly with olive oil and sprinkle generously with salt.
5️⃣ Bake directly on oven rack (or on a tray) for 45–60 minutes, until skin is crisp and a knife slides in easily.
6️⃣ Fluff: Slice open, squeeze ends gently, add toppings.
🔥 Quick Methods
Microwave (fastest):
- Cook 5–6 minutes, flip halfway.
- Finish in oven 10 minutes for crispy skin.
Air Fryer:
- 400°F (200°C), 35–40 minutes, flip halfway.
Pro Tips
- Russet potatoes work best for fluffiness
- Don’t wrap in foil — it steams the skin
- For extra crispy skin, brush with oil again halfway through baking
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