For extra crispy skin, place the unwrapped baked potatoes directly on the oven rack for the last 10 minutes of baking. Experiment with different seasonings! Onion powder, smoked paprika, or dried herbs can add unique flavors. Leftover baked potatoes can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave.
Simple Baked Potato
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME1 hrs
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 10 mins
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SERVING6 People
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VIEWS57
Transform humble potatoes into a culinary delight with this foolproof baked potato recipe. The crispy skin and fluffy interior make for a satisfying side dish or a blank canvas for your favorite toppings.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate38 g
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Cholesterol20 mg
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Fiber5 g
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Protein5 g
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Saturated Fat5 g
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Sodium93 mg
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Sugar2 g
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Fat10 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepPreheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). (5 minutes)
02
StepIn a microwave-safe bowl, melt butter. Stir in olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined. (1 minute)
03
StepUsing a fork, pierce each potato about 5 times. Place each potato on a sheet of aluminum foil (approximately 6 inches wide). (5 minutes)
04
StepBrush the butter mixture evenly over each potato, ensuring complete coverage. Wrap each potato tightly in foil and poke 5 additional holes into the wrapped potatoes. (10 minutes)
05
StepBake in the center of the preheated oven until potatoes are easily pierced with a fork, about 1 hour. (60 minutes)
06
StepCarefully remove potatoes from the oven. Let cool slightly before unwrapping. Cut open and spread with any leftover butter mixture. Serve immediately with desired toppings.
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Letitia Gradyoreilly
Jun 27, 2025My kids devoured these! A definite keeper.
Shad Volkman
May 2, 2025I tried removing the foil for the last 15 minutes and it made the skin super crispy! Thanks for the tip!
Kiera Parker
Apr 19, 2025I love the garlic butter mixture – it adds so much flavor!
Marilou Cronin
Mar 8, 2025I've made this recipe countless times. Always a winner!
Daniella Wyman
Feb 22, 2025I added some smoked paprika to the butter mixture and it was amazing!
Sibyl Oconner
Feb 13, 2025These are great for meal prepping. I bake a batch on Sunday and then use them throughout the week.
Devan Erdman
Jan 24, 2025This recipe is so easy and the potatoes come out perfectly every time!
Brennon Toy
Dec 30, 2024So much better than plain baked potatoes!