Skinny Dippers Baked Potato Skins for Dipping
Get ready to elevate your appetizer game with these irresistible Skinny Dippers Baked Potato Skins for Dipping! Packed with crispy, oven-baked perfection, these hollowed-out russet potatoes are seasoned with garlic and a hint of smoked paprika, then topped with melted cheddar and a sprinkle of fresh scallions. Perfectly golden and sturdy, they’re ideal for dunking into creamy sour cream or your favorite dipping sauces. With just 15 minutes of prep and simple pantry ingredients, this healthier take on a classic indulgence is perfect for game days, parties, or a fun snack night. Satisfy your cravings the smarter way with these easy baked potato skins!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium Russet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons Smoked paprika (optional)
- 0.25 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 0.5 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 large Scallions, chopped
- 0.5 cups Sour cream (for serving)
- 1 cup Favorite dipping sauces (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.
Scrub the russet potatoes clean under running water and pat dry. Poke each potato several times with a fork to allow steam to escape while baking.
Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack and bake for 45 minutes, or until they are fork-tender.
Allow the potatoes to cool slightly until they are safe to handle. Cut each potato lengthwise into halves and use a spoon to scoop out most of the flesh, leaving about 1/4-inch of potato around the skin to create sturdy shells.
Brush the hollowed-out potato skins inside and out with olive oil. Sprinkle evenly with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika, if using.
Place the potato skins cut side down on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes. Flip them over and bake for another 5 minutes, or until crispy and golden brown.
Remove from the oven and sprinkle the inside of each skin with shredded cheddar cheese. Place back in the oven for 3-5 minutes, just until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Garnish the potato skins with chopped scallions and serve warm with sour cream and your favorite dipping sauces on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2184 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 137.2 g | 176% | |
| Saturated Fat | 40.2 g | 201% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 159 mg | 53% | |
| Sodium | 4042 mg | 176% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 200.0 g | 73% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.1 g | 47% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.1 g | ||
| Protein | 46.5 g | 93% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 768 mg | 59% | |
| Iron | 10.1 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 4329 mg | 92% | |
*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.
