Here’s a super simple and foolproof baked potato recipe—crispy skin, fluffy inside:
⭐ Perfect Baked Potato
Ingredients
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Russet potatoes (best for fluffy insides)
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Olive oil or melted butter
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Salt (coarse is best)
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Optional: pepper, garlic powder, paprika
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
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Prep potatoes:
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Scrub well and dry.
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Poke 5–6 holes with a fork to release steam.
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Rub with oil/butter and sprinkle generously with salt.
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Bake directly on the oven rack (best for crispy skin) for 50–60 minutes, depending on size.
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Check doneness:
Squeeze gently—should feel soft. Or insert a fork easily into the center. -
Serve:
Slice open, fluff with a fork, and add toppings.
⭐ Topping Ideas
Classic
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Butter
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Sour cream
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Cheddar cheese
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Chives
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Bacon bits
Loaded
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Chili + cheese
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Pulled pork + BBQ sauce
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Broccoli + cheddar
Healthy-ish
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Greek yogurt + green onions
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Cottage cheese + pepper
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Salsa + avocado
Fun
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Buffalo chicken
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Taco-style ground beef
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Curry chickpeas
Want a microwave version, air fryer version, or a sweet potato variation?
