Loaded Baked Potatoes

Loaded baked potatoes are a hearty, customizable dish originating from American cuisine, featuring a fluffy baked potato split open and generously topped with ingredients like butter, sour cream, shredded cheese, crispy bacon bits, and fresh chives. The toppings are piled high, transforming a simple potato into a rich, satisfying meal.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in carbohydrates from the potato, with significant fat and calories coming from the toppings like cheese, sour cream, and butter, while also providing a good amount of protein from the bacon and dairy. A typical loaded baked potato can range from 400 to 700 calories per serving, depending on the portion and specific toppings used.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	450 kcal
Protein	12 g
Carbs	65 g
Fat	18 g
Fiber	8 g
Sugar	4 g
Sodium	650 mg
Potassium	900 mg
Vitamin C	20 mg
Vitamin B6	0.5 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Calcium	150 mg
Magnesium	60 mg
Phosphorus	200 mg
Niacin (B3)	3 mg

Per 1 large potato with toppings (300 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it embodies the American love for hearty, customizable comfort food and is a staple at steakhouses and casual diners. Nutritionally, the potato itself is an excellent source of potassium and vitamin C, but the 'loaded' aspect turns it into a calorie-dense, indulgent treat.