Baked Potato Topping
Transform your ordinary baked potatoes into a mouthwatering side or hearty main dish with this irresistible baked potato topping recipe! Packed with crispy crumbled bacon, gooey cheddar cheese, and a tangy, seasoned sour cream blend, this quick and easy recipe takes just 25 minutes from start to finish. A final flourish of fresh scallions and optional parsley adds a vibrant, herbaceous touch that balances the rich, savory flavors. Perfectly customizable and guaranteed to impress, these loaded baked potatoes are a crowd-pleasing favorite for casual dinners, potlucks, or game-day spreads. Whether you're searching for the ultimate baked potato bar topping or simply want a comforting indulgence, this recipe is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 slices Bacon
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Sour cream
- 2 tablespoons Scallions (green onions), thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
Preheat a skillet over medium heat.
Cook the bacon slices in the skillet until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from the pan and place on a paper towel-lined plate to cool. Once cool, crumble the bacon into small pieces.
In a small bowl, mix the sour cream, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. Stir until well combined and set aside.
Prepare baked potatoes by cutting a slit in each potato and fluffing the insides with a fork. Add 1/2 tablespoon of butter to each potato and let it melt into the flesh.
Top each baked potato with a generous amount of shredded cheddar cheese. The heat from the potato will start to melt the cheese.
Add a dollop of the seasoned sour cream mixture to each potato.
Sprinkle the crumbled bacon evenly over the potatoes.
Garnish each potato with thinly sliced scallions and a pinch of freshly chopped parsley (optional) for a fresh, herbaceous finish.
Serve immediately while warm and enjoy your loaded baked potato!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
317 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.2 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.4 g | 92% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 83 mg | 28% | |
| Sodium | 485 mg | 21% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 5.5 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.0 g | ||
| Protein | 11.7 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 287 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 62 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
