Jacket Potato (UK) Recipe

Name: Jacket Potato (UK)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 75 min
Total time: 80 min
Yield: 4 jacket potatoes
Cuisine: British
Ingredients: 4 large baking potatoes (about 300g each); 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp sea salt; 4 tbsp butter; 200g grated cheddar cheese; 1 can (400g) baked beans; 4 tbsp sour cream (optional); Fresh chives for garnish (optional)

British · Main course · 80 min total

Jacket Potato (UK) recipe videos

A classic British comfort food: a baked potato with a crispy skin and fluffy interior, typically served with butter, cheese, baked beans, or tuna mayo.

5
min prep

75
min cook

4
servings

450
kcal/serving

Ingredients

4 large baking potatoes (about 300g each)
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp sea salt
4 tbsp butter
200g grated cheddar cheese
1 can (400g) baked beans
4 tbsp sour cream (optional)
Fresh chives for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Scrub potatoes clean and dry thoroughly. Prick each potato several times with a fork.
Rub potatoes with olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt. Place directly on oven rack or on a baking tray.
Bake for 60-75 minutes until skin is crisp and a knife inserts easily. For extra crispiness, bake for an additional 10 minutes.
Remove from oven. Cut a cross on top of each potato and squeeze open. Add a knob of butter to each.
Top with grated cheese, baked beans, or sour cream. Garnish with chives if desired. Serve immediately.

Tips

Choose even-sized potatoes for uniform cooking.
Leftover jacket potatoes can be reheated in the oven or air fryer.
For a vegan version, use dairy-free butter and cheese, and top with beans or chili.

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