Here’s a perfect Baked Potato recipe — crispy skin outside, fluffy inside.
🥔 Classic Oven Baked Potato
Ingredients (Serves 2–4)
- 2–4 large russet potatoes
- 1–2 Tbsp olive oil
- 1–2 tsp salt
- Black pepper (optional)
- Butter & toppings of choice
Steps
- Preheat Oven
- Preheat to 425°F (220°C).
- Prep the Potatoes
- Scrub potatoes clean and dry thoroughly.
- Pierce each potato 4–5 times with a fork.
- Rub with olive oil and sprinkle generously with salt.
- Bake
- Place directly on oven rack (or on a baking sheet).
- Bake 45–60 minutes, depending on size.
- Potatoes are done when a fork slides in easily.
- Fluff & Serve
- Slice open lengthwise.
- Fluff inside with a fork.
- Add butter, salt, and your favorite toppings.
🧀 Popular Toppings
- Sour cream & chives
- Shredded cheddar & bacon
- Chili & cheese
- Broccoli & cheese
- Garlic butter & parsley
🔥 Extra Crispy Skin Tip
For even crispier skin, bake 10 extra minutes directly on the rack and avoid wrapping in foil (foil makes skin soft).
If you’d like, I can give you:
- 🥓 Loaded steakhouse-style baked potatoes
- 🌮 Taco stuffed baked potatoes
- ⚡ Air fryer baked potato (faster method)
