Tag: Loaded potato skins

While the skin of a plain baked potato contains approximately 115 calories, the total count for a finished potato skin appetizer can vary dramatically depending on the cooking method and toppings. The crispy shell alone is not the culprit; it’s the cheese, bacon, and sour cream that significantly inflate the calorie count and fat content.

According to the USDA, a medium baked potato with the skin provides a significant portion of your daily recommended intake for several key nutrients, but **are baked potato skins unhealthy**? The answer, surprisingly, depends less on the skin itself and more on what you put on it.