Crispy Loaded Baked Potato Wedges with Ranch
These crispy baked potato wedges are loaded with cheddar cheese, bacon bits, and green onions, served with tangy ranch dressing for a comforting and easy snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Total Time: 55-60 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium russet potatoes, scrubbed and cut into wedges
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup cooked and crumbled bacon bits
- 3 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
- ½ cup ranch dressing
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Wash and cut each potato into 8 evenly sized wedges.
- In a large bowl, toss the potato wedges with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika until evenly coated.
- Arrange the wedges in a single layer on a baking sheet, skin side down if possible, leaving space between them.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, flipping halfway through at about 20 minutes, until golden brown and crispy outside but tender inside.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven and sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese and bacon bits evenly over the wedges.
- Return to the oven and bake for another 5 minutes until the cheese melts and bubbles.
- Scatter sliced green onions on top just before serving.
- Serve with ranch dressing drizzled over or on the side for dipping.
Notes
Pat potato wedges dry before seasoning to improve crispiness. Flip wedges halfway through baking for even crisping. Watch cheese closely to avoid burning. Avoid overcrowding the pan to prevent sogginess. Can be made in an air fryer at 400°F for about 20 minutes, shaking halfway, then add toppings and air fry 3 more minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 cup of loade
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 550
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 12
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