Creamy Baked Potato Soup: A Hearty Comfort Food Classic

Best Baked Potato Soup Recipe

This baked potato soup is the ultimate comfort food, blending tender baked potatoes, creamy milk, savory bacon bits, tangy sour cream, and sharp Cheddar cheese into one irresistible bowl.

Why You’ll Love This Hearty Soup

• Creamy texture: Thanks to whole milk and a smooth roux.
• Flavor-packed: Crispy bacon and sharp Cheddar add depth.
• Customizable: Top with chives, extra cheese, or a dash of hot sauce.

Ingredients for Baked Potato Soup

• 9 large baking potatoes, scrubbed and pierced
• ¼ cup (60g) unsalted butter
• ¼ cup (30g) all-purpose flour
• 6 cups (1440ml) whole milk
• 8 slices bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled
• 1 cup (240ml) sour cream
• ½ cup (50g) chopped green onions
• 2 cups (200g) shredded Cheddar cheese
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
• ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the potatoes on a baking sheet and bake for 60 minutes, until tender. Let them cool slightly, then halve and scoop out the flesh into a bowl—reserve the skins if you like extra crunch in your soup.
2. In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Whisk in the flour to form a golden roux, cooking for 1–2 minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste.
3. Slowly pour in the milk, whisking constantly until the mixture thickens into a smooth, velvety base.
4. Add the reserved potato flesh, salt, and pepper. Stir and simmer gently for 5–7 minutes, breaking up any large lumps with your spoon.
5. Remove the pot from heat and stir in the sour cream until fully incorporated. Gradually add the shredded Cheddar cheese, stirring until your soup is luxuriously creamy.
6. Ladle the soup into bowls and finish with crumbled bacon, green onions, and an extra sprinkle of cheese. Enjoy hot!

Cooking Tips & Variations

• Slow Cooker Method: Combine all ingredients except dairy in a slow cooker and cook on low for 4 hours. Stir in sour cream and cheese just before serving.
• Spicy Kick: Add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chopped jalapeños for heat.
• Vegan Twist: Use plant-based butter, unsweetened almond milk, vegan sour cream, and dairy-free cheese.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

• Calories: 440 kcal
• Carbs: 35 g
• Protein: 15 g
• Fat: 27 g (Saturated Fat: 17 g)
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sodium: 722 mg

Ready in just over an hour, this creamy comfort dish will warm you from the inside out. Enjoy this hearty baked potato soup!

Recipe credit: Allrecipes